Whenever people have a headache or discomfort, the first thing that comes to mind is Panadol. many elders always think that Panadol will stay in the body for 5 years, which is actually a misconception.
The main ingredient of Panadol is acetaminophen, which is an analgesic or painkiller that rarely has adverse effects if used correctly. In the average normal human body, the drug stays in the body for a maximum of 24 hours and is metabolized out of the body by the liver in a minimum of 4 to 5 hours.
1. Original Panadol 500 mg
This is the most common form of Panadol and the main ingredient is acetaminophen, which is the most commonly used painkiller ingredient in the world. This Panadol does not irritate the stomach and intestines when taken on an empty stomach and is suitable for most people.
2. Paracetamol Actifast
This Panadol is characterized by a relatively fast pain relief effect. Since this Panadol contains sodium (Sodium), there are 173mg of sodium in each painkiller tablet, it is not suitable for people with high blood pressure, or those who cannot eat foods high in sodium.
3. Panadol Extra
This Panadol has added caffeine to relieve migraines, and is suitable for people with migraine problems.
4. Panadol Extended
This Panadol is a high dose pain reliever so it can provide long-lasting pain relief.
5. Panadol Soluble
This Panadol is for people who are not good at swallowing pills.
6. Panadol Menstrual
This type of Panadol is indicated for women who suffer from menstrual pain. This Panadol has added Pamabrom to eliminate or reduce the water that accumulates in the body due to hormones and also to relieve the pain of cramps in the lower abdomen.
