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Panadol Extra Caplet

NAFDAC Reg. No. 04-0005 · Drug

Registered with NAFDAC. Registration activeAs of 27 October 2026 · synced automatically from official sources.
Product
Panadol Extra Caplet
NAFDAC number
04-0005
Active ingredient
Paracetamol; Caffeine
Strength
500 mg; 30 mg
Form
Caplet
Manufacturer
Not listed
Applicant (holder)
GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Nigeria PLC (GSK)
Approved
28 Oct 2021
Status
Active View on NAFDAC ↗
Registration valid to
27 Oct 2026
WHO alerts
None found
Community reports
None
Times checked
0

What we found

  • Panadol Extra Caplet is on the NAFDAC register with an active registration (04-0005). 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 Panadol Extra Caplet 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.

Check your pack of Panadol Extra Caplet

Add the expiry date on your pack for a full Trust Score.

3 free checks left today Official sources: NAFDAC Green Book & recalls · WHO · U.S. FDA · NLM RxNorm

About Panadol Extra Caplet

What is in Panadol Extra Caplet?

Panadol Extra Caplet contains Paracetamol; Caffeine (500 mg; 30 mg), as caplet, according to its NAFDAC registration record.

Is Panadol Extra Caplet registered with NAFDAC?

Yes. Panadol Extra Caplet is listed on the NAFDAC register under registration number 04-0005, and its registration is active as of 27 October 2026.

Has Panadol Extra Caplet been flagged as fake or recalled?

No WHO falsified or substandard medical product alert currently matches Panadol Extra Caplet in our automatically synced alert list.

How can I check that my pack of Panadol Extra Caplet is genuine?

Run a free authenticity scan with the NAFDAC number 04-0005, 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 Panadol Extra Caplet 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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