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Emcap Paracetamol Caplet 500 mg

NAFDAC Reg. No. 04-0261 · Drug

Registered with NAFDAC. Registration activeAs of 28 October 2026 · synced automatically from official sources.
Product
Emcap Paracetamol Caplet 500 mg
NAFDAC number
04-0261
Active ingredient
Paracetamol
Strength
500 mg
Form
Caplet
Pack size
10 x 10's (in transparent PVC blisters); 1 x 1000's
Manufacturer
Not listed
Applicant (holder)
Emzor Pharmaceutical Industries Limited
Approved
27 Mar 2024
Status
Active View on NAFDAC ↗
Registration valid to
26 Mar 2029
WHO alerts
None found
Community reports
None
Times checked
0
Commonly used to relieve mild to moderate pain and reduce fever. General information only — follow the dosage on the pack or your pharmacist's instructions.

What we found

  • Emcap Paracetamol Caplet 500 mg is on the NAFDAC register with an active registration (04-0261). A valid number alone does not prove a pack is genuine — counterfeiters copy real numbers, so also check the expiry date, seal and print quality.

Generated automatically from the NAFDAC register, WHO alerts and community data as of today. This is not medical advice. Always follow your doctor or pharmacist.

What Emcap Paracetamol Caplet 500 mg is used for

From the official U.S. FDA label for paracetamol, the active ingredient registered with NAFDAC.

What it is used for

temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headache the common cold backache minor pain of arthritis toothache muscular aches premenstrual and menstrual cramps temporarily reduces fever

Purpose

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Possible side effects

new symptoms occur pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days redness or swelling is present These could be signs of a serious condition.

Do not use if

if you are allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this product with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.

Warnings

Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours with other drugs containing acetaminophen 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include: skin reddening blisters rash If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away. Do not use if you are allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this product with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist. …

Pregnancy & breastfeeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Storage

store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F) avoid high humidity see end flap for expiration date and lot number

General information only, not dosing advice. Always follow the leaflet in your pack and your doctor or pharmacist.

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About Emcap Paracetamol Caplet 500 mg

What is in Emcap Paracetamol Caplet 500 mg?

Emcap Paracetamol Caplet 500 mg contains Paracetamol (500 mg), as caplet, according to its NAFDAC registration record.

Is Emcap Paracetamol Caplet 500 mg registered with NAFDAC?

Yes. Emcap Paracetamol Caplet 500 mg is listed on the NAFDAC register under registration number 04-0261, and its registration is active as of 28 October 2026.

Has Emcap Paracetamol Caplet 500 mg been flagged as fake or recalled?

No WHO falsified or substandard medical product alert currently matches Emcap Paracetamol Caplet 500 mg in our automatically synced alert list.

How can I check that my pack of Emcap Paracetamol Caplet 500 mg is genuine?

Run a free authenticity scan with the NAFDAC number 04-0261, your pack's expiry date and batch number to get a Trust Score, compare the pack with the NAFDAC record (ingredient, strength, form, manufacturer), and buy only from licensed pharmacies.

What is Emcap Paracetamol Caplet 500 mg used for?

temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headache the common cold backache minor pain of arthritis toothache muscular aches premenstrual and menstrual cramps temporarily reduces fever (Summarised from the official U.S. FDA label for paracetamol. Always follow your doctor or pharmacist.)

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