{"product_id":"panadol-period-pain-500mg-tablets-16s","title":"Panadol Period Pain 500mg Tablets 16's","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePanadol Period Pain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is an over-the-counter medication specifically formulated to provide targeted relief from menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea) and associated symptoms like headaches, bloating, and lower backaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eActive Ingredients\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDepending on the specific region and packaging, Panadol Period Pain typically features one of two formulations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eParacetamol (500mg) + Caffeine (65mg):\u003c\/b\u003e The most common global formulation. Paracetamol blocks pain signals in the central nervous system, while caffeine acts as an adjuvant to enhance the pain-relieving effect, making it up to \u003cb\u003e37% more powerful\u003c\/b\u003e than standard paracetamol alone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eParacetamol (500mg) + Pamabrom (25mg):\u003c\/b\u003e Commonly found in specific regional variations (such as certain formulations available in Kenya). Pamabrom acts as a mild diuretic to help relieve period-induced bloating, water retention, and abdominal heaviness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDosage \u0026amp; Administration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAlways follow the specific instructions on your product's packaging. The standard guidance for the paracetamol\/caffeine formulation includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdults and adolescents (12–15 years):\u003c\/b\u003e 1 tablet up to four times daily as needed. Do not exceed \u003cb\u003e4 tablets in 24 hours\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdults and youth (16 years and older):\u003c\/b\u003e 1 to 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours as needed. Do not exceed \u003cb\u003e8 tablets in 24 hours\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUsage rules:\u003c\/b\u003e Swallow tablets whole with water. Leave at least \u003cb\u003e4 hours\u003c\/b\u003e between doses. For optimal results, take at the first sign of menstrual cramps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant Safety Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAvoid Overdose:\u003c\/b\u003e Do not take this medication concurrently with any other products containing paracetamol, as doing so can cause severe, life-threatening liver damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCaffeine Intake:\u003c\/b\u003e If using the caffeine-containing version, limit your intake of coffee, tea, and caffeinated sodas to avoid insomnia, nervousness, or a rapid heart rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDuration:\u003c\/b\u003e This medication is intended for short-term use. Do not take it for more than \u003cb\u003e3 consecutive days\u003c\/b\u003e without consulting a healthcare professional.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67597364298028,"sku":null,"price":1170.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/panadol-period-pain.jpg?v=1791803816","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.africa\/products\/panadol-period-pain-500mg-tablets-16s","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}