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Panadol Suppositories

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500mg Paracetamol

Panadol Suppositories are a suitable option for those who are not able to take oral (by mouth) doses or those suffering from nausea and vomiting. Panadol suppositories provide temporary relief from pain & fever.

What does it relieve?

Headache/tension headache, toothache, cold & flu symptoms, migraine headache, muscular aches, arthritis/osteoarthritis, backache, period pain. Panadol Suppositories also reduce fever.

What's the format?

Suppository A solid medical preparation in a roughly conical or cylindrical shape, designed to be inserted into the rectum to dissolve.
 

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Dosage information (Paracetamol 500mg)

Children aged 10 to 12 years can use 1 Panadol Suppository every 4-6 hours as required. Do not exceed the maximum of 4 suppositories in a 24-hour period. Do not use for more than 48 hours except on medical advice.

Panadol Suppositories are not recommended for children under 12 years of age. 

Age Dosage How often
12 - Adult 2 Every 4-6 hours as required (maximum 8 tablets  in 24 hours)
10 - 12 1 Every 4-6 hours as required (maximum 4 tablets in 24 hours)

Learn more about Panadol for adults.

Usage directions, ingredients and warnings

For patients not able to take oral doses
For patients suffering from nausea & vomiting

Before using Panadol Suppositories, 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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Tear the strip foil and take the suppository For ease of insertion, the suppository can be moistened just before insertion Insert into the rectum according to the dosage table

 

Active ingredient: 500mg Paracetamol per suppository.

 

Always read the label. Follow the directions for use. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional. Incorrect use could be harmful.

Enquiries

If you would like any further information regarding Panadol products, please call our INFOLINE (Freecall) Australia on 1-800-028-533

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