Prescription Drugs

Do not use: • in children under 7 years of age Unless advised by a doctor: • do not take this medicine for longer than a few days at a time if you are an adult • do not give this medicine to children and adolescents for longer than 48 hours at a time Unless advised by a doctor or pharmacist: • do not use this medicine if you are taking other products containing paracetamol While using this product: • keep to the recommended dose • if an overdose is taken or suspected, ring the Poisons Information Centre (Australia 13 11 26) or go to hospital straight away even if you feel well because of the risk of delayed, serious liver damage. Contains sulfites.

PANAMAX ELIXIR, TABLETS - CMI

(Sanofi-Synthelabo)
CONSUMER MEDICINE INFORMATION

What is in this leaflet?
Please read this leaflet before you start taking this medicine.

This leaflet answers some common questions about Panamax tablets, elixir and 240 elixir. It does not contain all the available
information.

It does not take the place of talking to your doctor or pharmacist.

Keep this information with the medicine. You may need to read it again.
What is Panamax used for?
Panamax is used to relieve pain and fever. Panamax works to stop the pain messages from getting through to the brain. Panamax
also acts in the brain to reduce fever.

Your doctor may have prescribed this medicine for another use. If you want more information, ask your doctor.

All medicines have benefits and risks. In deciding to give you Panamax, your doctor has weighed the risks of taking Panamax
against the benefits it will have for you.
Before you use Panamax
When you must not use it

You should not take Panamax if you are allergic to paracetamol or any of the ingredients listed under Product Description. The
symptoms of an allergic reaction may include a rash, asthma attack or hayfever.

Panamax may be used during pregnancy and if you are breastfeeding. However, it is recommended that non-drug therapy such as
rest and massage be tried first.

Do not use Panamax after the expiry date (EXP) printed on the pack.

If you take it after the expiry date it may have no effect at all, or worse, have an entirely unexpected effect.

Do not use Panamax if the packaging is torn or shows signs of tampering.

Do not use this medicine to treat any other complaint unless your doctor says it is safe. Do not give this medicine to anyone else.
Before you start to take it
You must tell your doctor if:

You have allergies to any ingredients listed under Product Description at the end of this leaflet.

You have liver or kidney problems

You drink large quantities of alcohol

You should tell your doctor if you are taking any other medicines.

Including any of the following:

Any medicines which thin the blood

Medicines to treat epilepsy

These medicines may be affected by Panamax or may affect how well Panamax works.

Your doctor or pharmacist can tell you what to do if you are taking any of these medicines.

If you have not told your doctor about any of these things, tell him/her before you take Panamax.
How to take Panamax
The label on the pack or bottle will tell you how to take your medicine and how often. If you are unsure about the directions ask
your pharmacist or doctor.

There are three different Panamax products:

Panamax Tablets,

Panamax Elixir and

Panamax 240 Elixir.

The dose will be different depending upon which preparation you are taking.

Panamax Tablets

The usual dose is:

Adults:

1 to 2 tablets

This dosage may be repeated every 4 hours if necessary.

You should not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours.

Children (7-12 years):

Half (1/2) to 1 tablet.

This dosage may be repeated every 4 hours if necessary.

Children should not take more than 4 tablets in 24 hours.

Panamax tablets are not recommended for children under 7 years.

Swallow tablets whole with a little water or other liquid.

Panamax Elixir

The usual dose is

Infants:

1 to 3 months: (4.3 - 6.0 kg): 2 to 3 mL;

4 to 6 months: (6.7 - 7.8 kg): 3 to 4 mL;

7 to 12 months: (8.3 - 10.2 kg): 4 to 5 mL.

Children:

1 to 2 years: (10.2 - 12.6 kg): 5 to 7 mL;

2 to 4 years: (12.6 - 17.0 kg): 7 to 9 mL;

4 to 6 years: (17.0 - 22.0 kg): 9 to 12 mL;

6 to 8 years: (22.0 - 26.0 kg): 12 to 15 mL;

8 to 12 years: (26.0 - 38.0 kg): 15 to 20 mL.

This dosage may be repeated every 4 hours if necessary.

Do not give more than 4 doses in 24 hours.

Panamax Elixir is not recommended for infants under 1 month.

Advil Minis temporarily relieves pain and discomfort from common pains such as:
• Headache
• Migraine headache
• Period Pain
• Dental Pain
• Sore throat
• Minor Arthritis Pain
• Pain associated with the common cold and flu
Advil Minis temporarily relieves acute pain where inflammation is present such as:
• Back Pain
• Neck Pain
• Muscle Pain
Advil Liquid Capsules also reduce fever.
Advil Minis Liquid Capsules are absorbed fast** and are 23% smaller* for easy to swallow fast relief of headaches and many other types of pain. Advil Minis also come in a convenient carry bottle.
*Volume comparison against Advil Liquid Capsules AUST R 97229.
**Kellstein, David et al. Different formulations of ibuprofen liquid capsules have different absorption profiles J Clin Pharmacol; 47; Abstract 91(2007) Sponsored by Wyeth Consumer Healthcare

Suitable For: This product is suitable for adults and children aged 12 years and over.

Boxed Contents: 20 Mini Liquid Capsules

Size: 20 Pack

KEY FEATURES

• Fast Pain relief
• Easy to swallow
• Reduces Fever
• Great everday value
• Liquid Capsule

Panadol Mini Caps (for pain relief) are an easy to swallow, pain relief option from Australia's Most Trusted Pain Relief Brand.* The small capsule-shaped tablets have a smooth gelatin-coating for easy swallowing. Like other Panadol tablets and caplets, Panadol Mini Caps provide pain relief and are gentle on the stomach.

 

Panadol Mini Caps provide fast and effective relief of pain associated with: headache, tension headache, cold and flu symptoms, migraine headache, muscular aches, arthritis, osteoarthritis, backache and period pain. Panadol Mini Caps also reduce fever.

 

Panadol Mini Caps are capsule-shaped, and have a gelatin-coating over the tablet that allows for easy swallowing.

• Provide fast, effective relief from headache, body aches, and toothache.

 

• Reduce fever and are gentle on the stomach.

 

• Small capsule-shaped tablets.

 

• Smooth gelatin-coating for easy swallowing.

 

• Suitable for people with stomach ulcers.

Panadol Mini Caps provide fast, effective relief of pain and discomfort associated with:

• Headache/Tension headache

 

• Toothache

 

• Cold & flu symptoms

 

• Migraine headache

 

• Muscular aches

 

• Arthritis/Osteoarthritis

 

• Backache

 

• Period pain

*Reader's Digest Trusted Brands Survey Australia, 2018

Suitable For: People with stomach ulcers & breastfeeding mothers.

Product Claims: No gluten, lactose or sugar.

Boxed Contents: 96 mini caps

Size: 96 Pack

KEY FEATURES

• Effective Pain Relief
• Gentle on the stomach
• Suitable for breastfeeding mothers
• Reduces Fever
• Lasts Up To 6 Hours
• Easy To Swallow

Maxalt (Rrizatriptan) 5mg Wafer

Pain shouldn't stop you enjoying life, so put Maxigesic to the test for better*, faster* pain relief than paracetamol or ibuprofen alone*. Maxigesic® combines the power of paracetamol and ibuprofen in a unique double-action formulation for fast effective relief of pain and fever. At maximum dosage, Maxigesic® provides 78% more effective pain relief than paracetamol alone, 36% more effective relief than ibuprofen alone, and faster onset of meaningful pain relief than paracetamol or ibuprofen alone*. *A full daily dose of Maxigesic provides more effective and faster onset of meaningful pain relief than the equivalent dose of paracetamol or ibuprofen, given in 4 divided doses. Based on a study of post-operative pain relief over 48 hours after removal of 2-4 wisdom teeth. Daniels et al 2018. Clinical Therapeutics 40 (10): 1765-1776. Research sponsored by AFT Pharmaceuticals. Developed Down Under, Maxigesic® is a unique, patented combination of paracetamol and ibuprofen that provides fast, effective double action relief for a wide range of pain symptoms, and also reduces inflammation and fever. Maxigesic® provides temporary relief of pain, including pain where inflammation is present, and for the reduction of fever. For temporary relief of pain associated with: - headache - migraine headache - tension headache - sinus pain - toothache - dental procedures - backache - sore throat - arthritis - tennis elbow - period pain - muscular pain - rheumatic pain - aches and pains associated with cold and flu Suitable For: For the temporary relief of pain, including pain where inflammation is present, and the reduction of fever. Boxed Contents: 30 tablets Size: 30 Film Coated Tablets

None

Mersynofen combines the strength of two ingredients for dual-action pain relief

Mersynofen combines the strength of 500mg paracetamol and 200mg ibuprofen in a single tablet, delivering stronger* pain relief2 for up to 8 hours.

Provides tempoarary relief of pain associated with: headache, migraine headache, tension headache, sinus pain, toothache, backache, muscular aches and pains, period pain, sore throat, tennis elbow, rheumatic pain and arthritis, and the aches and pains associated with colds.

*One Mersynofen versus two tablets of 500mg paracetamol1
1. Mehlisch DR Et al. Clin Ther 2010; 32(6):1033-49, sponsored by RB.

Boxed Contents: 30 Tablets

Size: 30 Tablets

KEY FEATURES

• Long lasting pain relief - Up to 8 hours pain relief with only one tablet1
• Tough on pain - Stronger pain relief than two tablets of regular (500 mg) paracetamol*
• Fight pain on two fronts - Has two different active ingredients that work in different ways
• Fast relief from pain - Mersynofen is absorbed by your body within 5 minutes with pain relief starting at 15 minutes
• Non-drowsy formulation - Can be taken day or night

Panadol Suppositories are a suitable option for those who are not able to take oral (by mouth) doses or those suffering from nausea and vomiting. Panadol Suppositories provide fast, effective temporary relief of pain and discomfort.

Panadol Suppositories are a suitable option for those who are not able to take oral (by mouth) doses or those suffering from nausea and vomiting.

From Australia's Most Trusted Pain Relief Brand

 

Panadol Suppositories provide fast, effective temporary relief of pain and discomfort associated with:

• Headache/Tension headache

 

• Toothache

 

• Cold & Flu symptoms

 

• Migraine headache

 

• Muscular aches

 

• Arthritis/Osteoarthritis

 

• Backache

 

• Period pain

Panadol Suppositories also reduce fever.

*Reader's Digest Trusted Brands Survey Australia, 2018

Suitable For: Children aged 7 to 12

Boxed Contents: 10 suppositories

Size: 10 Pack

KEY FEATURES

• Effective Pain Relief
• Reduces Fever
• Lasts Up To 6 Hours
• Suitable for Vegetarians
• Non-Oral Consumption

Benefit from the Power of Nature: Looking to relieve muscle pain and mild joint pain and inflammation? Try VoltaNatra Pain Relief Cream which contains two naturally-derived / plant-based actives.

This blend contains naturally derived actives Arnica and Rosemary that work to relieve muscle pain, mild joint pain and inflammation based on traditional use in Western Herbal Medicine.

The cream allows for targeted relief from the first application, so you can continue with what matters most to you. Start by applying the cream onto the sensitive area and gently massage it in to relieve muscle pain – and then get back to your day feeling your best. Use two to four times per day.

Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Traditionally used in Western Herbal Medicine.

Suitable For: For muscle and mild joint pain relief based on traditional use in Western Herbal Medicine

Boxed Contents: 50g Cream

Size: 50g

KEY FEATURES

• PLANT POWERED ACTIVES: combines the power of naturally derived actives, Arnica and Rosemary.
• TARGETED PAIN RELIEF: for muscle and mild joint pain relief based on traditional use in Western Herbal Medicine.
• MILD JOINT PAIN & INFLAMMATION RELIEF: Arnica and Rosemary are traditionally used in Western Herbal Medicine for mild joint pain and inflammation relief.
• APPLY ANYTIME, ANY PLACE: Targets pain right where it hurts and can be rubbed anytime, any place, night or day.
• VOLTANATRA: From the makers of Voltaren
• FORMULATION: Non-greasy formulation