Calpol Tablet 500mg

by GSK

Calpol is a painkiller that is indicated for the treatment of fever, muscular aches, headaches, etc.

Rs. 23.5

Rs. 23.5

Calpol is a painkiller that is indicated for the treatment of fever, muscular aches, headaches, etc.

Quick facts

Pain due to arthritis and osteoarthritis
Menstrual cramps
Joint pain
Migraine
Pain associated with gout
Muscle spasm
To get rid of mild to moderate fever
Bone pain
Ankylosing spondylitis
Tendonitis
Sprains
Pain associated with fractures
Back pain
Pain due to frozen shoulder
Neck pain
Bursitis

More info on this medicine

Table of contents

Price of Calpol Tablet 500mg
Calpol Tablet 500mg uses
How to use Calpol Tablet 500mg?
Side Effects
Drug Interactions
Calpol Tablet 500mg uses in urdu
Storage Conditions

Price of Calpol Tablet 500mg

The price of Calpol Tablet 500mg in Pakistan is Rs. 23.5

Calpol Tablet Uses

Calpol is a painkiller. It works by stopping the production of chemicals that lead to pain in the body. It is a widely used over-the-counter (OTC) medication. Calpol can be used in conditions such as migraine, joint pain, back pain, etc. It can also be taken to reduce fever.

How to use Calpol Tablet 500mg?

Calpol can be taken with food or on an empty stomach
It is better to take it with food, since it does not cause or aggravate preexisting cases of gastritis
Do not use the medicine after the expiration date has passed
For children, the suggested dosage is 75mg/kg/day, which is to be given after every 4 to 6 hours. The total, however, should not exceed 1g/dose
In adults, the recommendation is 650mg at intervals of 4-6 hours. The dosage for one day should be capped at 3.25g to 4g

Calpol Side Effects

Following are the common side effects of Calpol:

Shortness of breath
Rashes
Swelling
Dizziness
Hives
Decreased white blood cells
Decreased red blood cells
Decreased platelets
Cough
Disorientation

Drug Interactions

Calpol too can interact with other drugs. A drug interaction certainly does not mean that you stop taking medicines on your own, but instead seek the advice of your healthcare provider. Following drugs can interact with Calpol:

Lomitapide
Tetracaine
Warfarin
Flibanserin
Imatinib
Isoniazid
Axitinib
Mipomersen
Busulfan
Dapsone topical
Eltrombopag
Exenatide injectable solution and suspension
Ivacaftor
Daclizumab
Lixisenatide

To avoid the dangers or problems that result from drug interactions, you must give a detailed medical history to your health care provider, including any preexisting conditions or diseases, any medicines that you may be taking, whether or not you are pregnant or are nursing your baby, etc.

Calpol Tablet Uses in Urdu

Calpol ایک درد کش دوا ہے۔ یہ کیمیکلز کی پیداوار کو روک کر کام کرتا ہے جو جسم میں درد کا باعث بنتے ہیں۔ یہ ایک وسیع پیمانے پر استعمال ہونے والی اوور دی کاؤنٹر (OTC) دوا ہے۔ کیلپول کو درد شقیقہ، جوڑوں کا درد، کمر درد وغیرہ جیسے حالات میں استعمال کیا جا سکتا ہے۔ بخار کو کم کرنے کے لیے بھی لیا جا سکتا ہے۔

Storage Conditions

Calpol should be kept out of reach and sight of children
It should be stored at room temperature

WRITTEN BY

Assist. Prof. Dr. Mujahid Israr

MBBS, FCPS (Medicine)

MEDICALLY REVIEWED BY

Dr. Arslan Shamim

MBBS, FCPS (Medicine)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of Calpol Tablet 500mg in Pakistan?

The Calpol Tablet 500mg price in Pakistan is Rs. 23.5

What is Calpol Tablet 500mg used for?

Calpol Tablet 500mg is used in the following conditions:

Pain due to arthritis and osteoarthritis
Menstrual cramps
Joint pain
Migraine
Pain associated with gout
Muscle spasm
To get rid of mild to moderate fever
Bone pain
Ankylosing spondylitis
Tendonitis
Sprains
Pain associated with fractures
Back pain
Pain due to frozen shoulder
Neck pain
Bursitis

What is Calpol Tablet 500mg composed of?

Calpol Tablet 500mg is composed of:

Paracetamol

Do you need a prescription to buy Calpol Tablet 500mg?

You can buy Calpol Tablet 500mg without a prescription.

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