Maxigesic® is a unique, patented combination of paracetamol 500mg and ibuprofen 150mg, that combines the power of these two ingredients to provide smarter pain relief than paracetamol or ibuprofen alone, and reduce fever and inflammation.
Headache
Migraine headache
Tension headache
Backache
Muscular pain
Period pain
Rheumatic pain
Arthritis
Tennis elbow
Toothache
Dental procedures
Sore throat
Fever
Sinus pain
Aches and pain from colds and flu
Use: For the temporary relief of pain and reduction of fever and inflammation.
Warnings: CONTAINS PARACETAMOL. Also contains lactose. Keep out of reach and sight of children.
if you have a stomach ulcer.
if you are allergic to paracetamol, ibuprofen, aspirin or other anti-inflammatory medicines.
during the last 3 months of pregnancy
with other products containing paracetamol or ibuprofen
with other medicines you are taking regularly
if you have asthma
for more than a few days at a time
if you have kidney problems or impaired renal function
if trying to become pregnant, or during the first 6 months of pregnancy
if you are aged 65 years or over
If you think you may have given/taken too much paracetamol, or an overdose ring the Poisons Information Centre on 0800 764 766 or go to a hospital straight away even if you feel well. The damaging effect on the liver can take time your body to notice.
Store below 30 °C.
Adults and children over 12 years: Take 1 or 2 tablets every four to six hours when required, no more than 8 tablets in 24 hours. Adults: Do not take this medicine for longer than a few days at a time unless advised by a healthcare professional. Adolescents: Do not take this medicine for longer than 48 hours at a time unless advised by a healthcare professional. Do not use in children under 12 years old. Do not exceed the maximum stated dose.
