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Panadol Extra Caplet

NAFDAC Reg. No. 04-0005 · Drug

Registered with NAFDAC. Registration activeAs of 29 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
Inactive View on NAFDAC ↗
Registration valid to
27 Oct 2026
WHO alerts
None found
Community reports
None
Times checked
0

About the medicine: Paracetamol: uses, dosage and brands worldwide

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.

How to use Panadol Extra Caplet

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

Who it is 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

How to take it and how often
  • Do not take more than directed
  • Adults and children 12 years and over take 2 gelcaps every 6 hours while symptoms last
  • Do not take more than 6 gelcaps in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
  • Do not take for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor
  • Children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Talk to a doctor first if

liver disease.

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. …

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.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

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

How to store it

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 Keep out of reach of children.

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2026-01-02.

Label for paracetamol and caffeine, the active ingredient registered with NAFDAC.

Check your pack of Panadol Extra Caplet

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3 free checks left today Official sources: U.S. FDA · EMA (EU) · NAFDAC · WHO alerts

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 29 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.

How do I take Panadol Extra Caplet?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: do not take more than directed adults and children 12 years and over take 2 gelcaps every 6 hours while symptoms last do not take more than 6 gelcaps in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor do not take for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor children under 12 years: ask a doctor…

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 and caffeine. Always follow your doctor or pharmacist.)

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