Description
General Information
Panadol Osteo is a bi-layer tablet incorporating an immediate release and a sustained release dose to help manage osteoarthritis pain. It can provide long-lasting relief from persistent pain. Panadol Osteo can be a convenient choice, containing a higher dose of paracetamol than regular Panadol tablets. With only 3 daily doses, each lasting up to 8 hours, Panadol Osteo may provide up to 24-hour relief from pain with just 3 doses.
The paracetamol in Panadol Osteo is released in 2 stages, with the first stage being released quickly, for rapid onset of action, and the second stage being released slowly over the day or night, to provide prolonged pain relief.
What does it relieve?
Use Panadol Osteo for effective relief of persistent pain associated with osteoarthritis.
What’s the format?
Caplets are oval shaped, as well as film-coated, making them easier to swallow and leaving no bitter aftertaste.
Suitable For: People with Osteoarthritis and muscle aches or pain such as back ache
Product Claims: Panadol Osteo is a bi-layer tablet incorporating an immediate release and a sustained release layer to help manage osteoarthritis pain.
Boxed Contents: 96 bi-layer caplets
Size: 96 Pack
KEY FEATURES
• Lasts up to 8 hours
• Panadol Osteo may provide up to 24-hour relief from pain with just 3 doses.
• For effective temporary relief from Osteoarthritis pain commonly experienced in the knee, hip, hand & neck.
• The paracetamol in Panadol Osteo is released in 2 stages, with the first stage being released quickly, for rapid onset of action, and the second stage being released slowly over the day or night, to provide prolonged pain relief.
• Caplets are oval shaped, as well as film-coated, making them easier to swallow and leaving no bitter aftertaste.
• Panadol Osteo contains a higher dose of paracetamol than regular Panadol tablets.
Ingredients
Active Ingredients: Each bi-layer caplet contains Paracetamol 665mg
Contains: Each bi-layer caplet contains Paracetamol 665mg
Allergen Free From: Sugar| Gluten| Lactose
Directions
Age 12-Adult
Caplets 2
How often
Swallowed whole with water three times a day every 6-8 hrs (maximum 6 caplets in 24hrs).
USAGE ADVICE
Swallowed whole with water three times a day every 6-8 hrs (maximum 6 caplets in 24hrs).
SAFETY DIRECTIONS
2 way safety seal system.
Use only if seals are intact.
1. Carton safety seals.
2. Heat sealed blister.
Storage Temperature: Below 30°C.
Warnings
– If you are allergic to paracetamol
– If using other medicines containing paracetamol
– More frequently than every 6 hours
– For children below age 12
– For more than 48 hours for children aged 12-17 except on medical advice
– For more than a few days at a time in adults except on medical advice
– If any of the seals on this packaging are broken
– If the package use-by date has expired
– Until you read the enclosed leaflet carefully
Ask a doctor before use
– If you have liver or kidney problems
– If you are taking warfarin (a medicine used to thin the blood)
Stop use and see your doctor immediately if
You have an allergic skin reaction, shortness of breath or wheezing after taking Panadol Osteo.
While using this product
If an overdose is taken or suspected, ring the Poisons Information Centre (AUST: 13 11 26; NZ 0800 764 766) or go to the hospital immediately, even if you feel well because of the risk of delayed, serious liver damage if left untreated. Keep to the recommended dose.
CAUTION
Pharmacist only medicine
Keep out of reach of children
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Ask your pharmacist about this product. Incorrect use could be harmful.
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