Calpol Tablets
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Advanced absorption1 for fast pain relief 2*
The revolutionary Optizorb technology allows Calpol Tablets to begin disintergrating in 5 minutes1 and start to relieve pain within 15 minutes with 2 tablets (1000 mg dose).3 May be suitable for special populations including those with cardiovascular disease,4 heart conditions,5-7 hypertension,6 the elderly8 and diabetics.9
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No difference between Paracetamol and NSAID for return to function within or after seven days.10
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Calpol Tablets absorbs twice as fast12†
This was a pharmacokinetic study of 76 healthy adults of replicate dosing of Calpol Tablets or standard paracetamol tablets (1000 mg dose) administered on 4 separate days.12 The average concentration of paracetamol in plasma at 10, 20 and 30 minutes for Calpol Tablets was 1.62; 3.26; 4.93 vs. 0.69; 1.8; 2.82 for standard paracetamol tablets. This means that the concentration of paracetamol at 10, 20 and 30 minutes in subjects taking Calpol Tablets was 134%, 81% and 75% higher than those that ingested standard paracetamol tablets.12
Recommend Calpol Tablets for faster relief compared to standard paracetamol.
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Calpol Tablets
Disintegrates faster and available for absorption quicker1* than standard paracetamol to provide pain relief.
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Calpol Optizorb technology
Discover more about this revolutionary technology that allows delivery of paracetamol fast14 and effectively15 when it is needed most.
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Fever
Paracetamol is a well-known antipyretic. Learn more about fever and how to manage it.
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Expert tips for counseling patients
A simple to use tool to help you counsel your patients/customers on appropriate medication use, tailor made for pharmacists.