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Calpol 500mg Tablet
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Introduction to Calpol 500mg Tablet
Calpol 500mg Tablet contains the active constituent Paracetamol. It belongs to the class of medications called analgesics and antipyretics. It is used to relieve mild to moderate pain and to reduce fever, including cold and flu symptoms. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Paracetamol or any other ingredients, and if you have an allergic reaction, include a rash and breathing problems. This tablet is not recommended for children under 10 years of age.Ā
Inform your physician if you have liver disease and kidney problems. Notify your physician if you suffer from alcohol abuse. While taking Calpol 500mg Tablet, do not take any other medicines which contains paracetamol. Do not drink alcohol while taking these tablets. Do not take more than the recommended dose. Notify your physician immediately if you get swelling of the hands, feet, ankles, face, lips, or throat after taking this tablet
Uses of Calpol 500mg Tablet
- Mild to moderate pain
- To reduce fever
Therapeutic Effects of Calpol 500mg Tablet
Calpol 500mg Tablet reduces fever by inhibiting the formulation and release of hormone-like substances (prostaglandins) in the CNS and by inhibiting substances like endogenous pyrogens at the hypothalamic thermoregulator center. The analgesic activity of paracetamol is by inhibiting cyclooxygenase enzymes, particularly COX-3, in the CNS.
Interaction of Calpol 500mg Tablet with other drugs
Inform your healthcare provider about all your medicines, including prescription, over-the-counter, nutritional, and supplements and herbal products. Certain medications interact with Calpol 500mg Tablet and reduce its effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
More Information about Calpol 500mg Tablet
- Do not store above 30Ā°C
- Do not refrigerate or freeze.
- Protect the medicine from light and excessive moisture.
- Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets
- If you missed the dosing schedule, inform your healthcare professional immediately and reschedule.
How to consume Calpol 500mg Tablet
Always take Calpol 500mg Tablet as instructed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the treatment based on the disease condition and other factors. Do not overdose on the medicine.Ā
Safety Advice for Calpol 500mg Tablet
Breast Feeding
Calpol 500mg Tablet can be used in low doses during breastfeeding. Inform your physician if you are nursing a child.Ā
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol during the treatment with Calpol 500mg Tablet.
Liver
Calpol 500mg Tablet can be used in patients with lung disorders. Inform your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
Lungs
Calpol 500mg Tablet is contraindicated in patients with severe liver disease. Inform your physician if you have any liver diseases before initiating the treatment.
Driving
Calpol 500mg Tablet does not affect your ability to drive and operate heavy machinery. Inform your physician if you face any symptoms that alter your concentration.
Pregnancy
Inform your physician if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy during the treatment. If necessary, Calpol 500mg Tablet can be used in low doses during pregnancy
Side Effects of Calpol 500mg Tablet
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Common
- Itchy skin
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Insomnia
- Agitation
SeriousĀ
- Liver injury
- Pneumonitis
- Skin reactions
Word of Advice
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed. Do not take this medicine for more than 10 days in a row, unless directed by your doctor. Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.Ā
FAQs about Calpol 500mg Tablet
Q1.
What conditions can Calpol 500mg Tablet be used for?
Calpol 500mg Tablet can be used to relieve pain associated with headaches, toothaches, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, backaches, and minor aches and pains caused by common colds and flu. It is also used to reduce fever.
Q2.
Can I take Calpol 500mg Tablet if I'm allergic to aspirin?Ā
Calpol 500mg Tablet can be safely used in individuals who are allergic to aspirin or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), but it is not the exact alternative for the medicine. Talk with your healthcare provider before consuming this medicine
Q3.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Calpol 500mg Tablet?
Drinking alcohol while taking Calpol 500mg Tablet can increase the risk of liver damage. It is advisable to avoid or limit alcohol consumption while using this medicine.
Q4.
Can Calpol 500mg Tablet be given to children
Calpol 500mg Tablet is not recommended in children less than 10 years of age. Other formulations with pediatic dosing should be followed properly. Consult your doctor before administering your child with this medicine
Q5.
Which organ is particularly toxic to Calpol 500mg Tablet?
Calpol 500mg Tablet is a widely used nonprescription analgesic and antipyretic medication for mild-to-moderate pain and fever. Harmless at low doses, but it has direct hepatotoxic potential when taken as an overdose and can cause acute liver injury.
Fact Box of Calpol 500mg Tablet
Molecule name: Paracetamol Ā | Therapeutic class: Antipyretic, Analgesics |
Pharmacological class: Antipyretic, Analgesics | Indications:Ā 1. Mild to moderate painĀ 2. To reduce feverĀ |
References
- Paracetamol 500mg Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc). www.medicines.org.uk. Published September 2022. Accessed May 18, 2023. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/5164/smpc
- KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs and Antipyretics-Analgesics, 7th edition, 2013, 206-207.
- Goodman & Gilmanās, The Pharmacological Basics of Therapeutics, Anti-inflammatory, Antipyretic, and Analgesic Agents; Pharmacotherapy of Gout, 12th edition, 2011, 982-984.
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Sakshi Anil More
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Dr. Tejashwin Adiga
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Last updated : 31 Mar 2026 | 09:30 AM (IST)
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