Panadol Ultra Tablet: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects in Pakistan

Panadol Ultra Tablet Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Price in Pakistan

1. Quick Info (Mukhtasir Maloomat)

2. What is Panadol Ultra Tablet? (Panadol Ultra kya hai)

Panadol Ultra Tablet is manufactured by Haleon (GSK) Pakistan. It contains Paracetamol 500mg + Caffeine 65mg and belongs to the Analgesic & Antipyretic with Caffeine class. It is prescribed in Pakistan for the conditions listed below. Always take it under medical supervision.

3. Uses (Fayde / Kis kaam aati hai)

• Mild to Moderate Pain (Dard)
• Headache — including tension headache and migraine (Sar dard)
• Fever (Bukhaar)
• Musculoskeletal Pain
• Menstrual Pain (Maheana dard)

4. Who Should Take (Kis ko leni chahiye)

• Adults for whom a doctor has confirmed and prescribed this medicine
• Patients who do not have an allergy to this drug class
• With a doctor's prescription and guidance

5. When NOT to Take (Kab nahi leni chahiye)

• If you have an allergy to Paracetamol or this drug class
• Without a doctor's prescription
• During pregnancy or lactation without medical advice

6. Dosage (Kitni leni hai)

• 1–2 tablets every 4–6 hours (max 8 tablets per day = 4g Paracetamol)

• Not recommended under 16 years (caffeine content) — use standard Panadol instead

• Do not exceed the recommended limit

• Take it as soon as you remember. If the next dose is close, skip the missed dose. Never take a double dose.

7. How to Take (Kaise leni hai)

• As per your doctor's prescription
• Take at the same time every day
• With or without food

8. Best Time (Kab leni chahiye)

• As directed by your doctor
• Maintain a daily routine

9. Empty Stomach or After Food (Khali pait ya khane ke baad)

Confirm with your doctor or pharmacist. Generally, taking it with food reduces stomach irritation unless the packaging states otherwise.

10. Warnings (Ihtiyat)

• Do not exceed 4g paracetamol per 24 hours
• Avoid alcohol — increases liver damage risk
• Do not take with other paracetamol-containing products
• Avoid in severe liver disease or active hepatitis

11. Precautions (Ahm ehtiyaat)

• Below 30°C, away from moisture.
• Keep out of the reach of children

12. Side Effects (Nuksanat)

• Generally well-tolerated at recommended doses
• Mild nausea (rare)
• Caffeine-related: palpitations, insomnia, headache (with overuse)

• Acute liver failure (paracetamol overdose)
• Severe skin reactions — Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (rare)
• Caffeine dependence and withdrawal headache (with regular overuse)

13. Drug Interactions (Dawaon ke sath reaction)

• Warfarin — prolonged regular use increases bleeding risk
• Alcohol — liver damage risk multiplied
• Other paracetamol products — do not combine (overdose risk)
• MAO inhibitors — caffeine interaction

14. When to See Doctor (Kab doctor ke paas jayein)

• Severe allergic reaction — rash, breathing difficulty, swelling
• If side effects worsen or new symptoms develop
• If the infection or condition does not improve in 3–5 days

15. Alternatives (Sasti Dusri Dawaein)

16. Price in Pakistan (Price kitni hai)

(Note: Price depends on the pharmacy and pack size.)

17. FAQs (Aksar poochay jane walay sawalat)

Q: Panadol Ultra kya hai?

A: Panadol Ultra contains Paracetamol 500mg + Caffeine 65mg. Caffeine enhances pain relief — especially for headaches.

Q: Dose kitni hai?

A: 1–2 tablets every 4–6 hours. Do not take more than 8 tablets per day (4g Paracetamol limit).

Q: Pakistan mein price kitni hai?

A: Panadol Ultra tablet approximately Rs. 15–25 per tablet.

Q: Kya Panadol Ultra regular paracetamol se behtar hai?

A: Paracetamol with caffeine has been shown to be more effective for headaches. However, avoid taking it every day — caffeine dependence can develop.

Q: Overdose kya hota hai?

A: Paracetamol overdose damages the liver — go to the emergency hospital immediately. Never take more than 4g per day.

18. Medical Review (Medical jaiza)

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated: 2026-04-07

19. Disclaimer (Zaroori tanbeeh)

The information on this page is for awareness only. It is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine. PakVita is not responsible for any harm.