About Panadol Cold & Flu Day Tablets
Analgesic and nasal decongestant combination
Used for
- Relieves cold and flu aches, headache, and fever
- Eases nasal and sinus congestion
Usual adult dose
Adults and children aged 16 and over: usually two tablets every four hours as needed; follow the pack limit.
Usual dose in children
Not for children under 16 years.
Common side effects
- Nausea or stomach discomfort
- Headache or dizziness
- Difficulty sleeping or restlessness
- Raised blood pressure or palpitations
Important warnings
- Contains paracetamol; avoid taking other paracetamol-containing medicines.
- Do not exceed the package maximum or recommended treatment duration.
- Use caution with high blood pressure, heart disease, thyroid problems, or glaucoma.
- Seek urgent help for severe allergic reactions or possible overdose.
Pregnancy
Ask a healthcare professional before use; phenylephrine is generally avoided during pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Ask a healthcare professional before use; phenylephrine may reduce milk supply.
Interactions
- Other paracetamol-containing medicines
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors, including use within the past 14 days
- Blood pressure medicines and other decongestants
- Caffeine-containing medicines or large amounts of caffeine
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.