Maxigesic – Fast and effective relief from a wide range of pain

MAXIGESIC^®is a unique, patented combination of paracetamol 500mg and ibuprofen 150mg, that combines the power of these two ingredients to provide better pain relief than paracetamol or ibuprofen alone ^1,2, and reduce fever and inflammation.

Fast, effective relief for a wide
range of pain

MAXIGESIC ^® was developed as a better alternative for pain relief than other combination painkiller products, particularly those containing codeine.

Headache

Migraine Headache

Tension Headache

Muscular Pain

Backache

Period Pain

Arthritis

Rheumatic pain

Toothache

Dental procedures

Aches and pain from colds and flu

Sinus pain

Sore throat

Tennis elbow

MAXIGESIC® also reduces fever

Get better, faster pain relief ^1,2

Effectively reduces pain

At maximum dosage, MAXIGESIC provides 78% more effective pain relief than paracetamol² and 36% more effective relief than ibuprofen²

Get the maximum dosage

The only combination analgesic that provides the maximum daily OTC dosage of paracetamol 4000mg and ibuprofen 1200mg, if required.^*

Easy dosing regime

Simple, flexible dose of 1–2 tablets every 4–6 hours as required, up to a maximum 8 tablets per day.

*2 tablets of MAXIGESIC ^® taken every 4–6 hours over a 24
hour period (8 tablets maximum)

Developed in NZ and going global

MAXIGESIC ^® was invented and developed in New Zealand by Hartley Atkinson, the founder of AFT Pharmaceuticals. Introduced in New Zealand in 2009, this world-first specific combination analgesic now has license agreements in over 125 countries around the world.

WARNING: Do NOT combine with any other paracetamol or ibuprofen containing medicines. Do not exceed the daily recommended dose.

2 tablets of MAXIGESIC^® 4 times per day provides more effective pain relief than paracetamol 4000mg per day or ibuprofen 1200mg per day given in 4 divided doses. Claim based on trials of post-operative pain relief after removal of 1-4 wisdom teeth^1,2

Ref 1. Merry et al (2010). “Combined acetaminophen and ibuprofen for pain relief after oral surgery in adults: a randomized controlled trial” British Journal of Anaesthesia 104(1): 80-88. Result achieved in a trial of post-operative pain relief after removal of 1-4 wisdom teeth using 2 tablets MAXIGESIC^® compared with paracetamol 1000mg or ibuprofen 300mg alone 4 times a day (paracetamol 4000mg or ibuprofen 1200mg per day). Results assessed on the Intention-to-treat (ITT) patient population, including data following the use of rescue medication. Research sponsored by AFT Pharmaceuticals.

Ref 2. Daniels et al (2018). “Analgesic Efficacy of an Acetaminophen/ibuprofen Fixed- dose Combination in Moderate to Severe Postoperative Dental Pain: A Randomized, Double-blind, Parallel-group, Placebo-controlled Trial”, Clinical Therapeutics 40 (10): 1765-1776. Result achieved in a trial of post-operative pain relief after removal of at least 2 wisdom teeth using MAXIGESIC^® (paracetamol 975mg/ibuprofen 292.5mg) compared with paracetamol 975mg or ibuprofen 292.5mg alone 4 times a day (paracetamol 3900mg or ibuprofen 1170mg per day). Study results assessed on the intent-to-treat (ITT) population with adjustment for the use of rescue medication. MAXIGESIC^® 975/292.5mg US combination is bioequivalent in fed/non-fasting conditions to MAXIGESIC^® 1000/300mg NZ combination at full dose (Aitken et al., J Bioequiv Availab 2018, 10:5). Research sponsored by AFT Pharmaceuticals.

MAXIGESIC^® film coated tablets are for the temporary relief of pain, the reduction of fever and the discomfort associated with fever. Do not use if you have asthma or a stomach ulcer. Do not use in children under 12 years or if you have kidney disease. Always read the label. Use only as directed. Incorrect use can be harmful. If symptoms persist consult your healthcare professional. AFT Pharmaceuticals, Auckland. TAPS PP9486. NZ Patent No. 552181.

MAXIGESIC PE^® film coated tablets are for the temporary relief of cold and flu symptoms including headache, fever, pain and nasal congestion. Do not use if you have asthma or a stomach ulcer. Do not use in children under 12 years or if you have kidney disease. Always read the label. Use only as directed. Incorrect use can be harmful. If symptoms persist consult your healthcare professional. AFT Pharmaceuticals, Auckland. NZ Patent numbers 613918 and 617848.