Calpol 500 Plus Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called analgesics (pain killers) and antipyretics (fever-reducing agents) used to reduce fever and treat mild to moderate pain. It is also used to relieve headaches, migraine, toothache, period pain, back pain, muscle pain, and rheumatic pain. Pain and fever are caused by the activation of pain receptors due to the release of certain natural chemicals in the body, like prostaglandin.
Calpol 500 Plus Tablet works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins, reducing pain. Also, Calpol 500 Plus Tablet affects an area of the brain that regulates body temperature, known as the hypothalamic heat-regulating centre, reducing fever.
Take Calpol 500 Plus Tablet as advised by your physician. Your doctor will recommend how often you need to take Calpol 500 Plus Tablet based on your medical condition. In some cases, Calpol 500 Plus Tablet may cause side effects such as nausea, stomach pain and dark-coloured urine. Most of these side effects of Calpol 500 Plus Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Avoid taking Calpol 500 Plus Tablet if allergic to it. Calpol 500 Plus Tablet is not recommended for children below 6 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a physician before using Calpol 500 Plus Tablet . Avoid alcohol consumption with Calpol 500 Plus Tablet as it may increase the risk of liver damage. If you have an impaired nutritional state caused by anorexia (eating disorder), malnutrition or alcohol abuse or if you are dehydrated, inform your doctor before taking Calpol 500 Plus Tablet .