Calpol + 650 mg Tablet

Composition of Calpol + 650 mg Tablet

Calpol + 650 mg Tablet contains Paracetamol (650mg). It belongs to the Para-aminophenol derivative class of medicines.

Uses of Calpol + 650 mg Tablet

Pain relief Treatment of Fever

Key benefits

• In Pain relief Calpol 650mg Tablet works by blocking pain signals in the brain
• helping reduce the sensation of pain. This leads to relief from discomfort and improves daily functioning
• making the patients feel more comfortable and active. In Treatment of Fever Calpol 650mg Tablet helps reduce fever by lowering the body’s temperature through its action on the brain. This helps lower high temperatures and relieves associated symptoms such as chills and body aches. Managing fever can prevent dehydration and excessive discomfort. As a result
• patients may feel better and recover more comfortably. Show More

How Calpol + 650 mg Tablet works

Calpol 650 Plus Tablet is an analgesic (pain reliever) and anti-pyretic (fever reducer). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and fever.

How to take Calpol + 650 mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Calpol 650mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Calpol 650mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe and sometimes fatal liver damage, often with no symptoms at all for the first day. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Calpol + 650 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Calpol + are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Calpol + 650 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Never exceed the daily maximum printed on the pack. Paracetamol overdose damages the liver, and the damage can be silent for a day or two before it becomes serious. Check every other medicine you are taking. Paracetamol is in a very large number of cold, flu and pain combinations, and the doses add together. If you drink alcohol regularly, or have liver disease, ask your doctor what daily limit is safe for you. See a doctor if fever lasts more than three days, or pain more than five.

Do not take Calpol + if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with severe liver disease, except under medical supervision.

Interactions with other medicines

Regular alcohol use increases the risk of liver injury. Tell your doctor if you are on warfarin — regular high-dose paracetamol can affect it.

How to store Calpol + 650 mg Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Calpol + 650 mg Tablet

Calpol 650mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but taking it with food or milk may help reduce stomach discomfort. Avoid taking more than the recommended dose, as excessive use can increase the risk of liver damage. Check the labels of other “cold and flu” medicines, as many may also contain paracetamol. Taking them together can lead to an overdose. Avoid alcohol while taking Calpol 650mg Tablet, as it may increase the risk of liver damage. Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease, as dose adjustment or monitoring may be required, especially with long-term use. Seek medical advice if you notice symptoms such as dark urine, yellowing of the skin or eyes, or unusual tiredness. These may indicate liver problems. Consult your doctor if the fever or pain lasts for more than a few days.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

GLAXO SMITHKLINE PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

PAIN ANALGESICS

Drug class:

Para-aminophenol derivative

Chemical class:

1- hydroxy- 2- unsubstituted benzenoids