New-dol® Extra
Painkiller and fever reducer
  • Paracetamol is a para-aminophenol derivative, it is a non-opioid non salicylate. It has analgesic, antipyretic properties and weak anti-inflammatory Activity.
  • Paracetamol produces  central  and peripheral analgesia by elevation of the pain threshold and inhibition of prostaglandin  biosynthesis, and antipyretic action through the effect on the hypothalamic heat-regulating center, resulting in peripheral vasodilatation, increased blood flow through the skin, sweating and heat loss.
  • Paracetamol is readily absorbed from the gastro-intestinal tract with peak plasma concentration occurring about 10 to 60 minutes after oral administration.
  • Paracetamol is distributed into most body tissues. It crosses the placenta and  is presents in breast milk .
  • Paracetamol is metabolised predominantly in the liver and excreted in the urine mainly as the glucuronide and sulphate conjugates. Less than 5% is excreted as unchanged Paracetamol .
  • The elimination half-life of Paracetamol varies from about 1 to 3 hours.
  • Caffeine is absorbed readily after oral does and is widely distributed in the body. It is also absorbed through the skin.
  • Caffeine passes readily in to the CNS. Low concentrations are also present in breast milk.
  • Caffeine is metabolised almost completely in the liver and excreted in urine.
  • The elimination half- life of Caffeine are about 3 to 7 hours. 

Each  Tablet of New-dol® Extra Contains:

  • Paracetamol      500 mg.
  • Caffeine      65  mg.

New-dol® Extra Tablets are indicated for the relief of pain and fever from:

  • headache
  • migraine
  • common colds and flu.
  • sore throat
  • earache
  • toothache
  • backache
  • rheumatic
  • muscular pain
  • neuralgia
  • period pain.
  • New-dol® Extra Tablets are contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Paracetamol and Caffeine.
     
  • New-dol® Extra Tablets may interact with anticoagulant agents on prothrombin time.
  • The liver effects of New-dol® Extra tablets may be increased by the use of alcohol and the concomitant use of certain drugs which enhance the metabolism of New-dol®  Extra in the liver (ie.barbiturates, tricyclic  antidepressants).
  • Not recommended during pregnancy,unless recommended by your doctor.
  • Use during breast feeding should be avoided.
  • When taken in recommended doses, New-dol® Extra is usually free from side-effects. However skin reactions such as urticaria have been reported rarely.
     
  • New-dol® Extra Tablets are suitable for adults and children over 12 years of age : two tablets up to four times a day. 
  • Not recommended for children under 12 years.
  • If necessary the dose may be repeated every four hours but do not take more than four doses in 24 hours.
  • This preparation contains Paracetamol. Do not take other Paracetamol containing medications at the same time.
  • New-dol® Extra tablets should be used with caution in cases of severe liver or kidney damage.
  • Do not take this product for pain for more than 10 days or for fever for more than 3 days unless directed by a doctor .
  • If  pain or fever persists or gets worse, if new symptoms occur,  or if redness and swelling is present, consult a doctor because these could be signs of a serious condition.
  • If sore throat is severe and persists for more than 2 days, is  accompanied by fever, headache, rash, nausea or vomiting,  consult a doctor promptly.
     
  • Blister of 10 tablets, Pack of 2 blisters.
  • Blister of 10 tablets, Pack of 10 blisters.

(Hospital packs with different sizes).

  • Store below 30 oC in a dry place and protect from light.