Osteoarthritis

Important information about Panadol

This product contains paracetamol; do not take it with other medicines that also contain paracetamol. Paracetamol is contained in many medicines to treat pain, fever, symptoms of cold and flu, and sleep medicines.
If you have liver or kidney disease, talk to your doctor before taking paracetamol.
Do not take more than the recommended dose, as this may be harmful, including serious harm to your liver.

Safety Information

Important information about Panadol

This product contains paracetamol; do not take it with other medicines that also contain paracetamol. Paracetamol is contained in many medicines to treat pain, fever, symptoms of cold and flu, and sleep medicines.
If you have liver or kidney disease, talk to your doctor before taking paracetamol.
Do not take more than the recommended dose, as this may be harmful, including serious harm to your liver.

Panadol Baby & Infant (Suspension)
*from 2months

Children's Panadol (5-12 years) Elixir

Panadol Advance

Panadol Night

Panadol Actifast

Panadol Joint

Panadol Cold + Flu

Panadol Cold + Flu Vapour Release + Decongestant

Panadol Sinus

Panadol Cold + Flu Day

Panadol Cold + Flu All in One

Panadol Extra with Optizorb

Panadol Migraine

Panadol Woman

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Product
Format
Age
Key Features
Ingredients

Panadol Advance

Tablets
12-Adult. Can be given to children aged 6-12 years 1/2 to 1 tablet, 3-4 times daily.
Advanced Absorption*

500mg Paracetamol

Panadol Baby & Infant (Suspension) *from 2 months

Suspension
from 2 months
Gentle on Tiny Tummies when used as directed

Active ingredients:
Panadol Baby & Infant is a pleasant suspension with a Strawberry flavour which makes it easier to administer
Each 5ml contains 120mg paracetamol

Children's Panadol (5-12 years) Elixir

Suspension
5-12 Years
Raspberry Flavoured

Each 5ml contains 240mg paracetamol
Children’s Panadol (5-12 years) elixir is alcohol free

Panadol Night

Tablets
12-Adult
Trusted Pain Relief

Active ingredients: Paracetamol 500mg
Diphenhydramine hydrochloride 25mg

Panadol Actifast

Tablets
12-Adult
Absorbed Fast

Active ingredients: 500mg Paracetamol
Sodium content 173mg per tablet

Panadol Joint

Tablets
12-Adult
Pain Relief up to 8 Hours

Active ingredient: 665mg Paracetamol

Panadol Cold + Flu

Caplets
Adults + children aged 12 years and older
Night Time Relief

Active ingredients:
Each caplet contains:
Paracetamol = 500 mg
Chlorpheniramine = 2 mg
Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride = 30 mg

Panadol Cold + Flu Vapour Release + Decongestant

Powder Sachets
12+ Years
Hot Drink

Each sachet contains:
Paracetamol = 600 mg
Phenylephrine=10mg

Panadol Sinus

Caplets
Adults + children over 12 years
Sinus Pain Relief

Active ingredients:
Each caplet contains:
Paracetamol = 500 mg
Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride = 30 mg
Sinus Pain Relief

Panadol Cold + Flu Day

Caplets
Adults + children aged 12 years and older
Day Time Relief

Active Ingredients:
Paracetamol = 500 mg
Caffeine = 25 mg
Phenylephrine Hydrochloride = 5mg

Panadol Cold + Flu All in One

Tablets
Adults + children over 12 years
Day & Night Relief

Each tablet contains:
Paracetamol = 250 mg
Guaifenesin = 100 mg
Phenylephrine Hydrochloride = 5 mg

Panadol Extra with Optizorb

Tablets
12-Adult
Fights Tough Pain

Active ingredients:
500mg Paracetamol
65mg caffeine

Panadol Migraine

Tablets
12-Adult
Treats migraine

Active ingredients:
250 mg paracetamol
250 mg acetylsalicylic acid
65 mg caffeine

Panadol Woman

Tablets
12+ Yrs
Relieves period pain

Active ingredient:
500mg Paracetamol
10mg hyoscine butylbromide

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Osteoarthritis

There are 150 types of arthritis, but the most common is called Osteoarthritis. It is a degenerative joint condition, and can range in severity from mild to quite severe, disabling pain. It typically starts with the breakdown of the flexible joint tissue known as cartilage and can lead to stiff and immobile joints. Many people can develop Osteoarthritis — men and women, older people and even children. Most commonly, osteoarthritis affects the knees, hips, spine and hands.

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TIP

Try resistance training to build stronger muscles, which help to protect and support joints affected by arthritis.
TIP

Consuming a variety of nutrients may help ease arthritis symptoms. This includes foods rich in vitamin C such as fruits and vegetables.
TIP

Maintain a healthy weight. This can help to relieve joint pain and prevent the development or worsening of osteoarthritis.

Causes, Symptoms And Treatments Of Osteoarthritis

CAUSES OF OSTEOARTHRITIS

Typically, osteoarthritis results from the breakdown of the flexible joint tissue known as cartilage. Healthy cartilage allows bones to glide smoothly over one another during movement. But when cartilage is damaged or worn away, the bones rub together causing pain, swelling, and loss of joint mobility.7,10

SYMPTOMS OF OSTEOARTHRITIS

The key symptom of osteoarthritis is joint pain. It can range from mild, uncomfortable pain to severe, disabling pain. Most of the time, this pain comes from using the joint and will fade over time when rested.11

As osteoarthritis advances, the pain can persist while resting and even occur at night while sleeping. Osteoarthritis can cause joint stiffness, preventing bending and full range of motion of the joint.11

TREATMENTS OF OSTEOARTHRITIS

Some of the most important treatments for osteoarthritis are simple changes to attitude and lifestyle. Physical activity and exercise can, for example, improve joint mobility and reduce pain. Similarly, changing your diet to help maintain an ideal weight can ease pressure on many joints.11

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Because osteoarthritis is a progressive condition, specific pain relief treatments are usually needed such as:9,12-14

analgesics, such as paracetamol
creams, gels and ointments that can be rubbed into the skin to help reduce joint inflammation
supplements, such as glucosamine
NSAIDs, which may require a prescription

If you have osteoarthritis, talk to your doctor about treatment options. You could also consider speaking to another healthcare professional, such as a pharmacist, physiotherapist or nutritionist.