About Panadrex Cold & Flu (Day & Night) Caplets
Combination cold and flu medicine
Used for
- Relieves cold and flu pain and fever
- Day formula may ease nasal congestion and dry cough
- Night formula may ease congestion, cough, and promote sleep
Usual adult dose
Follow the package directions; ingredients and dosing vary by country. Do not combine with other paracetamol-containing medicines.
Common side effects
- Nausea or stomach upset
- Drowsiness, especially with night caplets
- Dizziness or nervousness
- Raised blood pressure or palpitations
Important warnings
- Do not exceed the package dose or use with other paracetamol products.
- Night caplets can cause drowsiness; avoid alcohol and driving.
- Ask a pharmacist before use with high blood pressure, liver disease, or other medicines.
- Seek medical advice for persistent symptoms, breathing difficulty, or suspected overdose.
Pregnancy
Check with a healthcare professional before use; combination ingredients may not be suitable during pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Check with a healthcare professional before use; diphenhydramine and other ingredients may affect breastfeeding.
Interactions
- Other paracetamol-containing medicines increase overdose risk.
- MAO inhibitors and some antidepressants may interact with dextromethorphan.
- Decongestants and stimulants may raise blood pressure or heart rate.
- Alcohol and sedatives can worsen night-formula drowsiness.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.