Description
Panadol Optizorb Caplet 500mg offers a reliable solution for those seeking effective pain relief with the trusted active ingredient, paracetamol. Each caplet is designed with Optizorb technology, enhancing the speed of absorption to provide faster relief compared to standard formulations. This makes it particularly beneficial for addressing sudden onset pain, allowing relief to begin as quickly as 15 minutes after taking a 1000 mg dose.
Key Features
- Fast Absorption: The unique Optizorb formulation includes alginic acid, calcium carbonate, and crospovidone, which work together to disintegrate the caplet swiftly, ensuring rapid absorption.
- Versatile Pain Relief: Suitable for alleviating a wide range of discomforts such as headaches, muscular aches, arthritis, period pain, toothaches, and symptoms associated with colds and flu.
- Fever Reduction: In addition to pain relief, it effectively reduces fever, providing comprehensive care for common ailments.
Dosage and Administration
- Adults and Children Over 12: Recommended dosage is 1 to 2 caplets every 4 to 6 hours, not exceeding 8 caplets within 24 hours.
- Children Under 12: Generally not recommended, aligning with the most conservative guidance.
Caplets should be swallowed whole with water, ensuring ease of use without the need to break them.
Design and Composition
The caplet's film-coated, capsule-shaped design ensures easy swallowing and eliminates any bitter aftertaste. Each caplet is marked with a “P” in a circle and features a break-bar or deep score line for identification.
Inactive Ingredients
Free from sugar, lactose, and gluten, the formulation includes:
- Carnauba wax
- Povidone
- Magnesium stearate
- Silica
- Various hydroxybenzoates as preservatives
These excipients contribute to the caplet's integrity and performance without compromising dietary restrictions.
Precautions
Users are advised not to exceed the recommended dosage to avoid serious liver damage. It should not be used in conjunction with other paracetamol-containing products. Caution is advised for individuals with liver or kidney impairment, those who are underweight or malnourished, regular alcohol consumers, and pregnant or breastfeeding women.
Storage Instructions
Store the caplets in their original packaging in a cool, dry place below 25°C, keeping them out of reach of children to ensure safety.
Additional Benefits
Panadol Optizorb Caplet is gentle on the stomach when used as directed, making it a suitable option for those with sensitive digestive systems. Available in convenient blister packs, it offers a practical and effective approach to managing everyday pain and discomfort.