PANADOL Extend 48's
Learn more about Panadol Extend, the high-strength paracetamol tablet for relief from muscle and joint pain, including osteoarthritis pain.
Keep reading to learn more about osteoarthritis and how Panadol Extend can help. Plus, find answers to commonly asked questions, like whether Panadol Extend has any other uses, and whether it is suitable for long-term use.
What is osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis is a condition that causes joint pain and stiffness, as well as problems moving the affected joint(s). Some people with osteoarthritis may also experience symptoms like:
1. Swelling 2. Tenderness 3. A grating or crackling sound when moving the affected joint(s)
Osteoarthritis is a type of arthritis.
How can Panadol Extend help?
Panadol Extend is a patented bi-layer caplet incorporating an immediate-release and a sustained-release dose to help manage osteoarthritis. The active ingredient in Panadol Extend is paracetamol (665mg per tablet – a higher strength than regular Panadol Tablets).
Panadol Extend can provide effective relief from pain associated with osteoarthritis. Each dose lasts up to 8 hours, just 3 daily doses may provide up to 24-hour relief from pain.
Age
Adults (including the elderly) and children aged 12 years and over
Dosage
2 caplets, 3 times daily (every 6-8 hours, as required). Maximum 6 tablets in any 24-hour period.
