Also available in soluble 
tablets:

  • Panadol Extra Caplets with Optizorb

    Panadol Extra Caplets

    Panadol Extra Caplets with OPTIZORB Formulation combine paracetamol and caffeine to create an effective pain reliever that helps you fight moderate pain.

    Effective for: migraine headache, tension headache, muscle aches and pains, period pain and dental pain. Panadol Extra caplets also reduce fever.

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  • Panadol Caplets with Optizorb

    Panadol Caplets with OPTIZORB Formulation

    Panadol Caplets with OPTIZORB Formulation provide faster paracetamol absorption compared with regular paracetamol tablets.

    Effective for: headache/tension headache, toothache, cold & flu symptoms such as fever and headache, migraine headache, muscular aches, arthritis and osteoarthritis, period pain and fever.

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  • Panadol Mini Caps

    Panadol Mini Caps

    Panadol Mini Caps are small, capsule-shaped tablets with a smooth gelatin coating that makes them easy to swallow.

    Effective for: headache/tension headache, toothache, cold & flu symptoms such as fever and headache, migraine headache, muscular aches, arthritis and osteoarthritis, period pain and fever.

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Panadol Cold and Flu + Decongestant

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500mg Paracetamol + 5mg Phenylephrine Hydrochloride

Get non-drowsy relief from the aches, pains, nasal congestion and fever associated with colds and flu, with Panadol Cold and Flu + Decongestant.

Coming down with a cold or the flu is never a pleasant experience. It can completely derail your plans – and even if you do manage to soldier on, you probably won’t feel like yourself. But there’s no need to grit your teeth and suffer through it. While time is the only cure for a cold or bout of the flu, you can feel better, faster, with symptom relief.

Panadol Cold and Flu + Decongestant caplets (capsule-shaped tablets) offer the trusted pain relief of the Panadol brand with the added benefit of a non-drowsy decongestant, to provide respite from cold and flu symptoms. The medicine is effective for:

1. Treating nasal congestion,
2. Relieving a runny nose,
3. Reducing fever, and
4. Relieving pain, including the kinds associated with colds and flu (e.g. headache, sore throat and body aches).

The active ingredients in Panadol Cold and Flu + Decongestant are paracetamol (500mg per caplet) and phenylephrine hydrochloride (non-drowsy decongestant; 5mg per caplet). Like other Panadol tablets and caplets, Panadol Cold and Flu + Decongestant is gentle on the stomach.

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Effective for:
Treating nasal congestion, relieving a runny nose, reducing fever, and relieving pain, including the kinds associated with colds and flu (e.g. headache, sore throat and body aches).

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How to use
Panadol Cold and Flu + Decongestant caplets should be swallowed whole with water. Please check the table below to ensure you take the appropriate dosage of Panadol Cold and Flu + Decongestant.

Always read and follow all directions on the product label prior to use, and talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you’re not sure whether this medicine is right for you.

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Age Dosage
7-12 years 1 caplet every 4-6 hours, as required (up to a maximum of 8 caplets in any 24-hour period)
12 years and older 1-2 caplets every 4-6 hours, as required (up to a maximum of 8 caplets in any 24-hour period)

Usage directions, ingredients and warnings

Before using Panadol Cold and Flu + Decongestant, be sure to check the product ingredients and directions for use, and make sure you are familiar with any warnings and precautions.

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Ingredients

The active ingredients in Panadol Cold and Flu + Decongestant are paracetamol (500mg per caplet) and phenylephrine hydrochloride (non-drowsy decongestant; 5mg per caplet). Panadol Cold and Flu + Decongestant also contains potassium sorbate (a preservative).

Warnings

Always read and follow all directions on the product label prior to use, and talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you’re not sure whether this medicine is right for you. For the temporary relief of cold and flu symptoms. Use only as directed. Consult your healthcare professional if symptoms (e.g. fever) persist.

FAQ

Can I take this medicine on an empty stomach?

Yes, you can take Panadol Cold and Flu + Decongestant on an empty stomach, as the active ingredient – paracetamol – is gentle on the stomach. Panadol Cold and Flu + Decongestant is also suitable for use in people with stomach ulcers.

Does Panadol Cold and Flu + Decongestant treat all cold and flu symptoms?

Panadol Cold and Flu + Decongestant is effective for treating nasal congestion, a runny nose, headaches, body aches, a sore throat and a fever. If you have a cold or the flu, you may have some symptoms that Panadol Cold and Flu + Decongestant does not directly relieve. For example, Panadol Cold and Flu + Decongestant does not directly treat fatigue, which is common with the flu; the best medicine for this is plenty of rest!

How should I store this medicine?

You should store Panadol Cold and Flu + Decongestant below 30 degrees Celsius.

How should I dispose of the empty bottle/packaging?

Please refer to the product label to see if the bottle/packaging is recyclable – and if it is, please do! Let’s look after our planet, so she can continue to look after us.

Learn more about children’s pain relief

If it’s your little one who is struggling with aches or pain, explore the full range of Children’s Panadol pain relief products today to help them get some relief.

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