{"id":11414737,"date":"2021-09-10T15:27:04","date_gmt":"2021-09-10T13:27:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nostylelike.net\/product\/panadol-period-pain-500mg-65mg-14-tablets\/"},"modified":"2026-09-09T21:57:39","modified_gmt":"2026-09-09T18:57:39","slug":"panadol-period-pain-16-tablets","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/nostylelike.net\/en\/product\/panadol-period-pain-16-tablets\/","title":{"rendered":"Panadol Period Pain 500mg\/65mg \u2013 16 Tablets"},"content":{"rendered":"<article dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">\n<aside aria-label=\"Quick answer\">Panadol Period Pain combines 500mg paracetamol and 65mg caffeine per tablet to relieve period pain. This listing is for 16 tablets; check the supplied pack and leaflet before use.<\/aside>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-facts\">\n<h2>Key facts<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"col\">Item<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\">Details<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Brand<\/td>\n<td>Panadol<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Per tablet<\/td>\n<td>Paracetamol 500mg + caffeine 65mg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Format and size<\/td>\n<td>Oral tablets; 16 tablets as listed by the store<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Main use<\/td>\n<td>Period pain relief<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Store product code<\/td>\n<td>5000347074240<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-short\">\n<h2>Short description<\/h2>\n<p>A paracetamol and caffeine combination for period pain and accompanying symptoms such as headache or backache. Check the age-specific dose and warnings before choosing it.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<nav aria-label=\"Contents\">\n<h2>Contents<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#en-intro\">Introduction<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-what\">What is Panadol Period Pain?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-how\">How does it work?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-benefits\">Main benefits<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-cases\">Real use cases<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-suitable\">Who might it suit?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-avoid\">Who should avoid it or seek advice?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-dose\">How to use Panadol Period Pain<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-timing\">Best time to use<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-questions\">Common questions before choosing<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-results\">Expected results timeline<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-mistakes\">Common mistakes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-myths\">Myths versus facts<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-interactions\">Drug interactions<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-contra\">Contraindications<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-tests\">Are tests needed?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-food\">What to eat with it<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-medicines\">Effect on other medicines<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-doctor\">When to see a doctor<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-tip\">A practical tip for NSL readers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-faq\">Conversational FAQ<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-review\">Author and medical review<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-disclaimer\">Medical disclaimer<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#en-sources\">Sources<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-intro\">\n<h2>Introduction<\/h2>\n<p>Start by checking whether this feels like your usual period pain. Pain that disrupts everyday activities deserves assessment, even if a painkiller temporarily helps.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/symptoms\/period-pain\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NHS: Period pain<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-what\">\n<h2>What is Panadol Period Pain?<\/h2>\n<p>It is a two-ingredient pain relief medicine. The product name focuses on menstrual pain, and this store listing describes a 16-tablet pack.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-how\">\n<h2>How does it work?<\/h2>\n<p>Paracetamol relieves pain, while caffeine supports its pain-relieving effect. The combination provides symptom relief.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.panadol.com\/en-gb\/adult-products\/panadol-period-pain\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Panadol<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-benefits\">\n<h2>Main benefits<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Relief of period pain.<\/li>\n<li>Help with accompanying headache or backache.<\/li>\n<li>Tablets taken with water as needed, following the leaflet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-cases\">\n<h2>Real use cases<\/h2>\n<p>Examples include familiar period pain during a study day or an accompanying headache at work. These are illustrative situations, not customer testimonials or guaranteed outcomes.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-suitable\">\n<h2>Who might it suit?<\/h2>\n<p>It may suit someone seeking period pain relief whose health and medicines allow this combination. Check the age group in the dosage table.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-avoid\">\n<h2>Who should avoid it or seek advice?<\/h2>\n<p>Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding because of caffeine, or under age 12. Seek advice for liver or kidney disease, low weight, malnutrition, regular alcohol use or severe illness.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/5340\/pil\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Patient leaflet<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-dose\">\n<h2>How to use Panadol Period Pain<\/h2>\n<p>Swallow with water when needed, leaving at least 4 hours between doses. These doses follow the UK leaflet for this strength; check your own pack.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"col\">Age<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\">Single dose<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\">Maximum in 24 hours<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>16 and over<\/td>\n<td>2 tablets<\/td>\n<td>8 tablets<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>12\u201315<\/td>\n<td>1 tablet<\/td>\n<td>4 tablets<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Under 12<\/td>\n<td>Do not use<\/td>\n<td>\u2014<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>The maximum is not a target; some people need a lower limit. Never combine with another paracetamol-containing medicine.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/5340\/smpc\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Product information<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-timing\">\n<h2>Best time to use<\/h2>\n<p>Take only when needed for pain, following the leaflet. If caffeine affects your sleep, ask a pharmacist about a suitable caffeine-free option rather than taking this near bedtime.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/5340\/pil\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Patient leaflet<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-questions\">\n<h2>Common questions before choosing<\/h2>\n<p>How does it differ from plain paracetamol? It also contains caffeine. Does the current pack match the listing? Compare its name, strength, tablet count and expiry date.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-results\">\n<h2>Expected results timeline<\/h2>\n<p>Relief cannot be guaranteed within a fixed number of minutes for everyone. Assess your response without bringing the next dose forward; seek advice for continuing pain.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-mistakes\">\n<h2>Common mistakes<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Confusing adolescent and adult doses.<\/li>\n<li>Counting doses by calendar day instead of a rolling 24 hours.<\/li>\n<li>Overlooking ingredients in cold remedies or other painkillers.<\/li>\n<li>Using tablets after their expiry date.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-myths\">\n<h2>Myths versus facts<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"col\">Myth<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\">Fact<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>The brand name is enough to compare products<\/td>\n<td>Check active ingredients and strength.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>More tablets mean a better choice<\/td>\n<td>Stay within leaflet limits.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>All Panadol packs are the same<\/td>\n<td>Formulations and pack sizes vary.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-interactions\">\n<h2>Drug interactions<\/h2>\n<p>Check with a pharmacist about metoclopramide, domperidone or colestyramine, which affect absorption, and flucloxacillin because of metabolic acidosis risk, particularly with risk factors.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/5340\/smpc\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Product information<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-contra\">\n<h2>Contraindications<\/h2>\n<p>An allergy to any ingredient rules out use. Do not take alongside another medicine containing paracetamol.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/5340\/pil\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Patient leaflet<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-tests\">\n<h2>Are tests needed?<\/h2>\n<p>The leaflet does not require routine testing for every user. A clinician may request ultrasound if another cause of period pain is suspected.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/symptoms\/period-pain\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NHS: Period pain<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-food\">\n<h2>What to eat with it<\/h2>\n<p>Paracetamol can be taken with or without food; no special meal is needed. Limit coffee, tea and energy drinks to avoid excess caffeine.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/medicines\/paracetamol-for-adults\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NHS: Paracetamol<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-medicines\">\n<h2>Effect on other medicines<\/h2>\n<p>Prolonged regular daily use may enhance warfarin and bleeding risk. Caffeine can increase lithium clearance; combining them is not recommended. Do not adjust prescribed treatment yourself.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/5340\/smpc\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Product information<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-doctor\">\n<h2>When to see a doctor<\/h2>\n<p>Seek urgent help for severe pain unrelieved by painkillers. Arrange assessment for heavier or irregular periods, or bleeding between periods.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/symptoms\/period-pain\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NHS: Period pain<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Overdose needs immediate medical advice even without symptoms. Stop and seek help for breathing difficulty, facial swelling, peeling rash or yellow skin or eyes.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/5340\/pil\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Patient leaflet<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-tip\">\n<h2>A practical tip for NSL readers<\/h2>\n<p>Record each dose time and tablet count. A heat pad wrapped in a towel on your abdomen may also help ease discomfort.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/symptoms\/period-pain\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NHS: Period pain<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-faq\">\n<h2>Conversational FAQ<\/h2>\n<h3>Does Panadol Period Pain contain caffeine?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. Each tablet contains 65mg caffeine alongside 500mg paracetamol.<\/p>\n<h3>How many tablets are in this pack?<\/h3>\n<p>The store lists 16 tablets. Other pack sizes exist, so check the actual pack.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I take it with a cold remedy containing paracetamol?<\/h3>\n<p>No. Avoid duplicating the same active ingredient across medicines.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-conclusion\">\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>Choose Panadol Period Pain by ingredients, age and health needs, and follow the supplied leaflet. Seek assessment when the pattern of period pain changes or symptoms persist.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-review\">\n<h2>Author and medical review<\/h2>\n<p>Prepared as an AI-assisted draft. Medically reviewed and checked by the medical team at No Style Like Pharmacy. Sources checked: 9 September 2026.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"en-disclaimer\">\n<h2>Medical disclaimer<\/h2>\n<p>General information only; it does not replace your pack leaflet or advice from a doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<p>To compare formulations and pack sizes, browse <a href=\"https:\/\/nostylelike.net\/en\/brand\/panadol-en\/\">Panadol products available at our pharmacy<\/a>. Check the active ingredients before choosing a product.<\/p>\n<section id=\"en-sources\">\n<h2>Sources<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/5340\/pil\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Patient leaflet<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicines.org.uk\/emc\/product\/5340\/smpc\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Product information<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.panadol.com\/en-gb\/adult-products\/panadol-period-pain\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Panadol<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/symptoms\/period-pain\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NHS: Period pain<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/medicines\/paracetamol-for-adults\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">NHS: Paracetamol<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<hr \/>\n<section id=\"period-pain-guides\">\n<h2>Related period pain guides<\/h2>\n<p>Continue reading about symptoms, medicine safety and everyday care:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nostylelike.net\/en\/period-pain-causes-guide\/\">Period Pain Causes: 7 Questions to Understand Your Symptoms<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nostylelike.net\/en\/period-pain-painkillers-guide\/\">Period Pain Painkillers: 6 Essential Safety Checks<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nostylelike.net\/en\/period-pain-relief-at-home\/\">Period Pain Relief at Home: 5 Practical Steps<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div style=\"max-width: 560px; margin: 12px 0; font-family: system-ui,-apple-system,Segoe UI,Roboto,Arial; direction: ltr; text-align: left;\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: separate; border-spacing: 0; overflow: hidden; border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 12px;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"width: 42%; text-align: left; background: #fafafa; padding: 12px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: bold; color: #111;\">Name<\/th>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; color: #111;\">Panadol Period Pain<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: left; background: #fafafa; padding: 12px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: bold; color: #111;\">Brand<\/th>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; color: #111;\">Panadol<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: left; background: #fafafa; padding: 12px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: bold; color: #111;\">Strength<\/th>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; color: #111;\">Paracetamol 500 mg + caffeine 65 mg per tablet<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: left; background: #fafafa; padding: 12px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: bold; color: #111;\">Pack size<\/th>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; color: #111;\">16 tablets<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: left; background: #fafafa; padding: 12px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: bold; color: #111;\">Form<\/th>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; color: #111;\">Oral coated tablets<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: left; background: #fafafa; padding: 12px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: bold; color: #111;\">Packaging<\/th>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; color: #111;\">Pink carton with the Panadol logo and Period Pain name<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: left; background: #fafafa; padding: 12px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: bold; color: #111;\">Expiry date<\/th>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; color: #111;\">12\/2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: left; background: #fafafa; padding: 12px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: bold; color: #111;\">Country of origin<\/th>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; color: #111;\">Please check the current pack<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: left; background: #fafafa; padding: 12px 14px; font-weight: bold; color: #111; border-bottom: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eee;\">Product code<\/th>\n<td style=\"padding: 12px 14px; color: #111; border-bottom: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eee;\">5000347074240 (Store SKU)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-6\"><!-- Short description --><\/p>\n<div style=\"max-width: 560px; margin: 12px 0; padding: 14px; background: #f9f9f9; border: 1px solid #e5e7eb; border-radius: 12px; font-family: system-ui,-apple-system,Segoe UI,Roboto,Arial; direction: ltr; text-align: left; color: #111; line-height: 1.6;\">A paracetamol and caffeine combination for period pain and accompanying symptoms such as headache or backache. 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