Calpol 500 MG Tablet: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects

What is Calpol 500?

It is mainly used to treat conditions like tooth pain, back pain, osteoarthritis and fever. Liver toxicity and Jaundice are the major side effect at high repetitive doses. It should be totally avoided in case of liver, kidney or heart impairment and allergic reactions.

Calpol 500 Composition: Paracetamol 500mg.
Manufactured By: Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Form: Tablet, Drops and Syrups.
Price: Rs.14.09 for 15 tablets.
Type of Drug: NSAID + Analgesic + Antipyretic

Uses of Calpol 500

Back pain: Used to treat back pain.

Ankylosing Spondylitis: Used in cases of ankylosing spondylitis.

Frozen Shoulder: Used to treat pain in cases of frozen shoulder

Dental Pain: Used to treat tooth pain in cases of dental infection.

Menstrual Pain: Used to treat pain during menstruation (period pain).

Headache: Used to treat mild to moderate cases of Headache.

Osteoarthritis: Used in cases of Osteoarthritis.

Rheumatoid Arthritis: Used in cases of rheumatoid arthritis.

How does Calpol 500 work?

Paracetamol is a Non steroidal anti inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat pain and other signs of inflammation.

It works by inhibiting the COX (Cyclo oxygenase) enzymes which further blocks prostaglandin secretion.

Prostaglandins are accountable for producing inflammatory signs and inhibition of prostaglandin aids in providing relief from the symptoms

Paracetamol selectively inhibits the COX enzymes in brain which aids for its analgesic and antipyretic property.

How to take Calpol 500?

When consuming the syrup form, always shake the bottle well before use to have a homogenous mixture of drug and use a measuring cup to consume the prescribed dose of drug.

It is advisable to go through the pack insert properly before consuming the drug to have a better understanding of the drug.

Calpol 500 Common Dosage

The dosage of the drug is to be decided by the doctor for every individual as per the age, weight, mental status, allergic history of the patient.

What happens if I overdose on Calpol 500?

Overdose of Calpol 500 can cause undesirable effects like nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain and can also lead to complications like liver damage in few cases.
Therefore, strictly adhere to the prescribed dose and seek medical help immediately in case of any symptoms of overdos

What happens if I eat expired Calpol 500?

However, one should abstain from consuming expired drug.

when does the effect of Calpol 500 stays?

Time gap of 4-6 hours is mandatory between two doses.

When to Avoid Calpol 500?

Do not Consume Calpol 500 if:

Allergy: In cases of known allergy to Calpol 500 or any other NSAIDs or any of its constituents.

Gastric bleeding: In cases of patients with history of gastric ulcer, bleeding or perforations as it can cause swelling and bleeding of stomach, colon or anus.

Heart diseases: In cases of patients with heart diseases, heart failure or stroke.

Asthma: In cases of patients in which Calpol 500 can trigger asthma attacks.

Liver/ Kidney impairment: In cases of patients with liver disease and kidney disease or impairment.

Premature infants: In cases of premature infants less than 2kgs in weight, to avoid liver toxicity.

Precautions While Taking Calpol 500

Elderly patients: Calpol 500 or any other NSAID should be used with caution in elderly patients as they are at high risk of serious side effects and fatalities.

Liver/ Kidney diseases: Dose alteration may be required by the physician in patients with kidney, heart or liver impairments.

What are the effects of Calpol 500

Calpol 500 should used with caution in patients with liver, kidney or heart impairment as it can affect the liver, kidney and heart.

Dose adjustment is mandatory in such cases.

We explore these n details below.

 Food Interactions with Calpol

 No particular food item to be avoided.

Calpol’s interactions with Pre-existing Conditions/Diseases

Any Liver or kidney diseases and gastric ulcer.

Can I have Calpol 500 with alcohol?

No, it is advisable to avoid alcohol consumption while on Calpol 500 therapy as it can increase the chances of liver damage.

 Any particular food item to be avoided?

No particular food item is to be avoided.

 Can I have Calpol 500 when pregnant?

Yes, it is safe to consume during pregnancy but always inform the doctor before taking Calpol 500 in cases of pregnancy or if you’re planning to conceive.

 Use of Calpol 500 when feeding a baby?

Calpol is known to be excreted in human breast milk. Therefore, the drug should be used only when necessary and with caution after informing the doctor about the case.

Substitutes of Calpol 500

The following are alternative drugs for Calpol 500:

Crocin Advance Tablet:

Manufactured by GSK

Price – Rs. 14.23

Dolo 500mg Tablet:

Manufactured by Micro Labs Ltd

Price – Rs. 14.28

P-500mg Tablet:

Manufactured by Apex Laboratories Pvt Ltd.

Price – Rs. 14.28

Pacimol 500mg Tablet:

Manufactured by Ipca Laboratories Ltd.

What is Calpol 500?

Ans. Calpol 500 is a unicomponent drug. Paracetamol is a Non steroidal anti inflammatory drug (NSAID) with analgesic (Pain reliever) and anti inflammatory properties as well as anti pyretic in nature. It is used mainly to treat conditions like pain of osteoarthritis, fever and dental pain.

 What are the uses of Calpol ?

Ans. It is used mainly to treat conditions like pain of osteoarthritis, fever and dental pain.

What are the side effects of Calpol ?

Ans. The most common side effects of Calpol are Nausea, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, High Blood Pressure, Diarrhoea, Dizziness, Jaundice, Indigestion, Flatulence

 Calpol 500 should not be taken empty stomach to prevent any potential stomach upset or chances of stomach bleeding in few cases.

Does Calpol 500 make you drowsy?

Ans. Yes, Calpol 500 may cause drowsiness in few cases but it varies with every individual.

And the doctor should be the one to decide when and how to stop the cycle of Calpol 500.