Paracetamol - 500mg (Tablet, Caplet, Capsules or Soluble)
Available in a Tablet, Caplet and Soluble form
Buy Paracetamol 500mg
Paracetamol 500mg is used to treat mild to moderate pain, such as:
- Headaches
- Migraines
- Toothaches
- Period pain
- Muscle pain
- Backache
- Rheumatic aches and pains
How Paracetomol 500mg works
Paracetamol 500mg works by blocking the chemical messengers in the brain that tell you when you have pain. It also helps your body to keep your temperature under control.
Directions
Always take Paracetamol 500mg exactly as described in the patient information leaflet or as your doctor / Chemist4U pharmacist has told you.
Children aged between 10-15 years old:
Take 1 tablet every 4-6 hours as needed. Do not take more than 4 tablets in 24 hours.
Children over 16 years old and adults:
Take 1-2 tablets every 4-6 hours as needed. Do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours.
Do not take these tablets for more than 3 days consecutively.
Side effects
Like all medicines, Paracetamol 500mg may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. This medication is unlikely to cause any side effects.
If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.
Serious side effects
Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness.
Warnings
Paracetamol 500mg may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not take these tablets if you are allergic to any of the ingredients or if:
- You suffer from liver or kidney problems
- You suffer from alcohol dependency
- You suffer from non-serious arthritis and need to take painkillers every day
Using/taking other medicines
If you are taking or have recently taken any medication, including medication obtained without a prescription, talk to your GP or pharmacist before taking this product.
You must tell your healthcare provider if you are taking the following medication:
- Anticoagulant medicines e.g. warfarin
- Metoclopramide and domperidone for sickness and digestive disorders
- Cholestyramine to help control cholesterol levels
- The antibiotic flucloxacillin
- Any other medicine that contains paracetamol
Age restrictions
This medication is not suitable for children under 10 years old.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, you must ask your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist for advice before taking any new medicine.
Storage information
Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place out of sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date, referring to the last day of the month stated on the packaging. Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.
Important information
This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk
If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.
Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.
Please read the included leaflet carefully before taking this product.
Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.
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Can I take two painkillers at once?
Sometimes when you take painkillers you find that although they make your headache, backache, or whatever your aches and pains you’re trying to treat a bit better, they don’t quite do the job.
This is when you might consider picking up another painkiller to try to kick that pain to the curb. But how do you know if this is safe? Can you take more than one painkiller at once?
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Why would I need a prescription for paracetamol?
You don’t always need a prescription for paracetamol, it’s readily available to buy in most places, from pharmacies to supermarkets to your local corner shop.
The reason that you would need a prescription for this particular product is that it contains 100 paracetamol caplets or tablets, much more than you’re allowed to buy in any store.
If you would be taking paracetamol regularly and need to be sure that you would have enough to last, this product could be the ideal solution for you.
However, many people find that getting paracetamol on prescription is quite expensive, so they prefer to buy theirs outright.
For example, at the time of writing, our paracetamol 500mg caplets are available at 99p for a box of 32 caplets, so although you would have to buy another box after you finished your first, the price difference is huge.
At the end of the day, it all comes down to your personal preference, the long-term convenience of a prescription or the savings that come with regular purchases.
Should I use paracetamol caplets, tablets, or soluble tablets?
Paracetamol is available to be prescribed as caplets, tablets, or soluble tablets.
They all contain the same amount of active ingredient and work in the same way, so which one you should use is mostly down to personal preference.
For example, if you struggle to swallow tablets then you may consider asking your prescriber about soluble tablets during your consultation, as these dissolve in water and may be much easier for you to take.
What kinds of pain can paracetamol be used for?
Paracetamol can be used to ease lots of different everyday aches and pains, as well as bring down a fever or high temperature.
Some of the most common reasons that people use paracetamol include:
- Headaches & migraines
- Toothache
- Sore throats
- Period pain
- Cold & flu
- Nerve pain
- Muscular pain
- Sprains and strains
Can I take ibuprofen and paracetamol together?
Paracetamol can be used with some other pain relief medications to help ease your aches and pains more effectively.
Paracetamol and ibuprofen is a popular combination, as they can be used together safely to offer pain relief and can help reduce a fever, ibuprofen has the added bonus of relieving swelling or inflammation too.
Paracetamol can also be used at the same time as aspirin or codeine, as well as other medications.
If you think you would benefit from taking two painkillers at once you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist so they can help to determine the best possible combination for you.
They will also be able to tell you what dosage of each medication you’ll need, as making sure that you’re using each medicine properly is an essential part of taking them in combination.
