What to do if I took 10 Panadol Extra and feel unwell with stomach pain?

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What to do if I took 10 Panadol Extra and feel unwell with stomach pain? - #29580

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انا اخدت ١٠ اقراص من بنادول اكسترا حاسه ان مش متزنه بس ايه ممكن يحصلو متوتره جدا و حاسه معدتى كل شويه توجعنى مش عارفه عشان خايفه ولا ايه

How long ago did you take the Panadol Extra?:

- 2-4 hours

What symptoms are you currently experiencing?:

- Anxiety or panic

How would you rate the intensity of your stomach pain?:

- Mild

Have you experienced any other symptoms besides stomach pain?:

- Diarrhea

Do you have any history of stomach issues or ulcers?:

- Yes, occasional issues

Are you currently taking any other medications?:

- No

How would you describe your anxiety level right now?:

- Very anxious

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Dr. Arsha K Isac

I am a general dentist with 3+ years of working in real-world setups, and lemme say—every single patient teaches me something diff. It’s not just teeth honestly, it’s people… and how they feel walking into the chair. I try really hard to not make it just a “procedure thing.” I explain stuff in plain words—no confusing dental jargon, just straight talk—coz I feel like when ppl *get* what's going on, they feel safer n that makes all the difference. Worked with all ages—like, little kids who need that gentle nudge about brushing, to older folks who come in with long histories and sometimes just need someone to really sit n listen. It’s weirdly rewarding to see someone walk out lighter, not just 'coz their toothache's gone but coz they felt seen during the whole thing. A lot of ppl come in scared or just unsure, and I honestly take that seriously. I keep the vibe calm. Try to read their mood, don’t rush. I always tell myself—every smile’s got a story, even the broken ones. My thing is: comfort first, then precision. I want the outcome to last, not just look good for a week. Not tryna claim perfection or magic solutions—just consistent, clear, hands-on care where patients feel heard. I think dentistry should *fit* the person, not push them into a box. That's kinda been my philosophy from day one. And yeah, maybe sometimes I overexplain or spend a bit too long checking alignment again but hey, if it means someone eats pain-free or finally smiles wide in pics again? Worth it. Every time.

44 days ago

Taking 10 tablets of Panadol Extra within the last 2–4 hours and now feeling unwell with stomach pain and anxiety is potentially dangerous, even if symptoms seem mild right now. The main risk is from paracetamol overdose, which can seriously damage the liver in the first 24 hours, sometimes before severe symptoms appear.
You should seek medical care immediately — this is time-sensitive because treatment works best within the first 8 hours after taking the tablets. Go to the nearest emergency department or urgent care now, or contact emergency services in your area. Do not wait to see if symptoms improve.
Right now, do the following:
•	Do not take any more paracetamol or similar medicines
•	Do not drink alcohol
•	Take the medication strip/bottle with you to the hospital
•	If possible, have someone accompany you
Your current symptoms (stomach pain, diarrhea, anxiety, feeling unsteady) can occur after an overdose, but sometimes people feel only mild symptoms at first while internal damage is developing. Doctors can do a blood test and give an antidote if needed.
If you took 10 tablets at once, especially if they were the standard strength, this can approach or exceed the safe limit depending on tablet strength and your body weight — so it must be checked urgently. ⏰
Do not delay going to medical care

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Dr. Nikhil Chauhan

I am currently working as a urologist and kidney transplant surgeon at Graphic Era Medical College & Hospital, Dehradun. It's a role that keeps me on my toes, honestly. I handle a pretty wide range of urology cases—stones, prostate issues, urinary tract obstructions, infections, you name it. Some are straightforward, others way more complex than you expect at first glance. Every patient walks in with a different story and that’s what keeps the work real for me. Kidney transplant surgery, though, that’s a whole different zone. You’re not just working on anatomy—you’re dealing with timelines, matching, medications, family dynamics, emotional pressure... and yeah, very precise coordination. I’m part of a team that manages the entire transplant process—from evaluation to surgery to post-op care. Not gonna lie, it’s intense. But seeing someone who’s been on dialysis for years finally get a new shot at life—there’s nothing really like that feeling. In the OR, I’m detail-focused. Outside of it, I try to stay accessible—patients don’t always need answers right away, sometimes they just need to feel heard. I believe in walking them through what’s going on rather than just giving reports and instructions. Especially in transplant cases, trust matters. And clear, honest conversation helps build that. Urology itself is such a misunderstood field sometimes. People ignore symptoms for years because it feels “awkward” or they think it’s not serious until it becomes unmanageable. I’ve had patients who came in late just because they were embarassed to talk about urine flow or testicular pain. That’s why I also try to make the space judgment-free—like whatever it is, we’ll figure it out. At the end of the day, whether I’m scrubbing in for surgery or doing OPD rounds, I just want to make sure what I do *actually* helps. That the effort’s not wasted. And yeah, some days are frustrating—some procedures don’t go clean, some recoveries take longer than they should—but I keep showing up, cause the work’s worth doing. Always is.

44 days ago

هذه حالة طارئة. الرجاء التوجه فوراً إلى أقرب مستشفى أو الاتصال بالإسعاف.
لماذا هذا خطر؟
· كل قرص Panadol Extra يحتوي على 500 mg باراسيتامول (أسيتامينوفين).
· 10 أقراص = 5000 mg باراسيتامول.
· الجرعة الآمنة القصوى في اليوم للبالغين هي 4000 mg. تجاوزها يسبب تسمم الكبد، وقد يؤدي إلى فشل كبدي خطير حتى لو شعرت بتحسن في البداية.
ما الذي تشعرين به الآن؟
· ألم بسيط في المعدة + إسهال + قلق شديد. هذه أعراض مبكرة.
· الخطر الحقيقي يظهر بعد 24-48 ساعة: غثيان، قيء، اصفرار العينين، فشل كبدي.
ماذا تفعلين فوراً؟
1. اذهبي إلى أقرب مستشفى أو غرفة طوارئ الآن – لا تنتظري حتى تتفاقم الأعراض.
2. لا تحاولي التقيؤ (قد يزيد الضرر).
3. أخبري الطبيب:
· كم قرصاً تناولتِ (10 أقراص)
· منذ متى (2-4 ساعات)
· أن الدواء هو Panadol Extra
4. يمكن إعطاء ترياق (N-acetylcysteine) خلال 8-10 ساعات من تناول الجرعة الزائدة، وهو فعال جداً إذا وصلتِ سريعاً.
لا تستهيني بالوضع
· تسمم الباراسيتامول قاتل إذا لم يعالج.
· الأعراض المبكرة خفيفة (مثل ما تصفين)، لكن الكبد يتضرر بصمت.
· القلق الذي تشعرين به قد يكون من الكافيين (65 mg × 10 = 650 mg كافيين)، لكن الخطر الحقيقي من الباراسيتامول.
اطلبي المساعدة الآن
اذهبي إلى الطوارئ فوراً. لا تقودي السيارة بنفسك – اطلبي من أحدهم توصيلك أو اتصل بالإسعاف.
Dr Nikhil Chauhan

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Dr. Shayeque Reza

I completed my medical degree in 2023, but honestly, my journey in healthcare started way before that. Since 2018, I’ve been actively involved in clinical practice—getting hands-on exposure across multiple departments like ENT, pediatrics, dermatology, ophthalmology, medicine, and emergency care. One of the most intense and defining phases of my training was working at a District Government Hospital for a full year during the COVID pandemic. It was chaotic, unpredictable, and exhausting—but it also grounded me in real-world medicine like no textbook ever could. Over time, I’ve worked in both OPD and IPD setups, handling everything from mild viral fevers to more stubborn, long-term conditions. These day-to-day experiences really built my base and taught me how to stay calm when things get hectic—and how to adjust fast when plans don’t go as expected. What I’ve learned most is that care isn't only about writing the right medicine. It’s about being fully there, listening properly, and making sure the person feels seen—not just treated. Alongside clinical work, I’ve also been exposed to preventive health, health education, and community outreach. These areas really matter to me because I believe real impact begins outside the hospital, with awareness and early intervention. My approach is always centered around clarity, empathy, and clinical logic—I like to make sure every patient knows exactly what’s going on and why we’re doing what we’re doing. I’ve always felt a pull towards general medicine and internal care, and honestly, I’m still learning every single day—each patient brings a new lesson. Medicine never really sits still, it keeps shifting, and I try to shift with it. Not just in terms of what I know, but also in how I listen and respond. For me, it’s always been about giving real care. Genuine, respectful, and the kind that actually helps a person heal—inside and out.

44 days ago

Taking 10 tablets of Panadol Extra within a few hours is potentially dangerous, mainly because of the high dose of paracetamol, which can harm the liver even if you don’t feel severe symptoms immediately. The anxiety, stomach discomfort, and uneasiness you’re feeling could be partly from the caffeine and stress, but that does not rule out risk.
You should go to the nearest emergency department right now or contact a poison helpline—do not wait for symptoms to worsen. Early treatment (if needed) can prevent serious complications, but timing is very important with paracetamol overdose. Avoid taking any more medication, especially anything containing paracetamol.
Conclusion: You may not feel very sick yet, but the amount taken is unsafe and could damage your liver, so you need urgent medical evaluation as soon as possible.

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Dr. Bharat Joshi

I’m a periodontist and academician with a strong clinical and teaching background. Over the last 4 years and 8 months, I’ve been actively involved in dental education, guiding students at multiple levels including dental hygienist, BDS, and MDS programs. Currently, I serve as a Reader at MMCDSR in Ambala, Haryana—a role that allows me to merge my academic passion with hands-on experience. Clinically, I’ve been practicing dentistry for the past 12 years. From routine procedures like scaling and root planing to more advanced cases involving grafts, biopsies, and implant surgeries. Honestly, I still find joy in doing a simple RCT when it’s needed. It’s not just about the procedure but making sure the patient feels comfortable and safe. Academically, I have 26 research publications to my credit. I’m on the editorial boards of the Archives of Dental Research and Journal of Dental Research and Oral Health, and I’ve spent a lot of time reviewing manuscripts—from case reports to meta-analyses and even book reviews. I was honored to receive the “Best Editor” award by Innovative Publications, and Athena Publications recognized me as an “excellent reviewer,” which honestly came as a bit of a surprise! In 2025, I had the opportunity to present a guest lecture in Italy on traumatic oral lesions. Sharing my work and learning from peers globally has been incredibly fulfilling. Outside academics and clinics, I’ve also worked in the pharmaceutical sector as a Drug Safety Associate for about 3 years, focusing on pharmacovigilance. That role really sharpened my attention to detail and deepened my understanding of drug interactions and adverse effects. My goal is to keep learning, and give every patient and student my absolute best.

44 days ago

Hello dear
It seems chances of paracetamol poisoning
There are chances of
Liver toxicity
Gastric issues
Minor dizziness and poisoning
There may be need for potential
Gastric lavage
I suggest you to please get in person consultation with general physician medicine in emergency department to the near by hospital
It requires urgent care and intervention
Regards

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Dr. Prasannajeet Singh Shekhawat

I am a 2023 batch passout and working as a general physician right now, based in Hanumangarh, Rajasthan. Still kinda new in the bigger picture maybe, but honestly—every single day in this line teaches you more than textbooks ever could. I’ve had the chance to work under some pretty respected doctors during and after my graduation, not just for the clinical part but also to see how they handle people, real people, in pain, in panic, and sometimes just confused about their own health. General medicine covers a lot, right? Like from the smallest complaints to those random, vague symptoms that no one really understands at first—those are kinda my zone now. I don’t really rush to label things, I try to spend time actually listening. Feels weird to say it but ya, I do take that part seriously. Some patients just need someone to hear the whole story instead of jumping to prescription pads after 30 seconds. Right now, my practice includes everything from managing common infections, blood pressure issues, sugar problems to more layered cases where symptoms overlap and you gotta just... piece things together. It's not glamorous all the time, but it's real. I’ve handled a bunch of seasonal disease waves too, like dengue surges and viral fevers that hit rural belts hard—Hanumangarh doesn’t get much spotlight but there’s plenty happening out here. Also, I do rely on basics—thorough history, solid clinical exam and yeah when needed, investigations. But not over-prescribing things just cz they’re there. One thing I picked up from the senior consultants I worked with—they used to say “don’t chase labs, chase the patient’s story”... stuck with me till now. Anyway, still learning every single day tbh. But I like that. Keeps me grounded and kind of obsessed with trying to get better.

44 days ago

Hello
Thank you for sharing this honestly. Taking 10 Panadol Extra (paracetamol + caffeine) tablets at once is a high dose and can be dangerous for your liver, even if you’re feeling nervous or scared right now. Stomach pain, feeling unbalanced, and anxiety can all be related to this.
What could happen:

- Paracetamol overdose can cause serious liver damage, which sometimes doesn’t show symptoms right away.

- Early symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, feeling unwell, or confusion.

- Even if you feel okay now, damage can develop over the next 1–2 days.
What you should do:

You need to seek medical help immediately—even if you’re not sure how you feel. Doctors can give you treatment to protect your liver, but it works best if started early. Please go to the nearest hospital or emergency room right now and tell them exactly what you took and when.
Don’t wait for symptoms to get worse. This is important for your safety. If you need support, ask someone you trust to go with you. You’re not alone, and doctors are there to help you without judgment.
Thank you

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Dr. Nirav Jain

I am a qualified medical doctor with MBBS and DNB Diploma in Family Medicine from NBEMS, and my work has always been centered on treating patients in a complete, not just symptom based way. During my DNB training I rotated through almost every core department—Internal medicine, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Surgery, Orthopedics, ENT, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Emergency medicine. That mix gave me the skill to manage acute illness, long term disease and preventive care together, something I find very important in family practice. In psychiatry I worked closely with patients who struggled with depression, anxiety, stress related problems, insomnia or substance use. I learned not just about medication but also about simple psychotherapy tools, psycho education and how to talk openly without judgement. I still use that exp in family medicine, specially when chronic disease patients also face mental health issues. My time in General surgery included assisting in minor and major procedures, managing wounds, abscess, sutures and emergencies. While I am not a surgeon, this gave me confidence to recognize surgical cases early, provide first line care and refer fast when needed, which makes a big difference in online or OPD settings. Now I work as a consultant in General medicine and Family practice, with focus on both in-person and online consultation. I treat conditions like fever, infections, gastrointestinal complaints, respiratory illness, and also manage diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disorders, and lifestyle related chronic diseases. I see women for PCOS, contraception counseling, menstrual health, and children for common pediatric issues. I also dedicate time to preventive health, lifestyle counseling and diet-sleep-exercise advice, since these small changes affect long term wellness more than we often realize. My key skills include holistic diagnosis, evidence based treatment, chronic disease management, mental health support, preventive medicine and telemedicine communiation. At the center of all this is one thing—patients should feel heard, safe, and guided with care that is both professional and personal.

43 days ago

أنا قلق عليكِ من اللي حصل  أخذ 10 أقراص من Panadol Extra خلال ساعات قليلة يُعتبر جرعة زائدة ويحتاج تصرف سريع.
ماذا يمكن أن يحدث؟
يحتوي الدواء على Paracetamol + كافيين
الجرعات العالية من الباراسيتامول قد تؤذي الكبد
المشكلة: في البداية الأعراض قد تكون خفيفة (مثل ألم المعدة أو القلق)، لكن الضرر قد يظهر لاحقًا
لذلك لا نعتمد على الأعراض فقط
ماذا يجب أن تفعلي الآن (مهم جدًا):
1. توجهي فورًا إلى أقرب طوارئ / مستشفى
لا تنتظري ظهور أعراض
العلاج يكون أفضل بكثير إذا بدأ مبكرًا (خلال أول ساعات)
2. خذي معك علبة الدواء إن أمكن
ليعرف الطبيب الكمية والنوع
3. لا تأخذي أي أدوية إضافية الآن
وخاصة أي دواء يحتوي على باراسيتامول
ماذا سيفعل الطبيب؟
عمل تحليل دم لمستوى الباراسيتامول
إذا لزم الأمر يعطي علاجًا واقيًا للكبد (مضاد سمية)
بخصوص شعورك الآن:
عدم الاتزان + القلق قد يكون من الكافيين + التوتر
ألم المعدة ممكن من الدواء أو القلق
لكن هذا لا يطمئننا كفاية  الفحص ضروري
نقطة مهمة:
إذا كان تناول هذه الكمية بسبب توتر أو ضغط نفسي، فهذا مهم جدًا أيضًا
بعد الاطمئنان الجسدي، من الأفضل التحدث مع شخص تثقين به أو مختص
الخلاصة:
يجب التوجه للطوارئ الآن  لا تنتظري.

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Dr. Aarav Deshmukh

I am a general physician with 8 years of practice, mostly in urban clinics and semi-rural setups. I began working right after MBBS in a govt hospital in Kerala, and wow — first few months were chaotic, not gonna lie. Since then, I’ve seen 1000s of patients with all kinds of cases — fevers, uncontrolled diabetes, asthma, infections, you name it. I usually work with working-class patients, and that changed how I treat — people don’t always have time or money for fancy tests, so I focus on smart clinical diagnosis and practical treatment. Over time, I’ve developed an interest in preventive care — like helping young adults with early metabolic issues. I also counsel a lot on diet, sleep, and stress — more than half the problems start there anyway. I did a certification in evidence-based practice last year, and I keep learning stuff online. I’m not perfect (nobody is), but I care. I show up, I listen, I adjust when I’m wrong. Every patient needs something slightly different. That’s what keeps this work alive for me.

43 days ago

Taking 10 Panadol Extra tablets is a significant overdose and is likely contributing to your symptoms of feeling unwell and experiencing stomach pain. The active ingredient in Panadol Extra, paracetamol (acetaminophen), can cause serious liver damage when taken in high doses, which can happen relatively quickly. It’s crucial to act promptly, and I recommend you seek immediate medical attention. While feeling dizzy or having stomach pain can sometimes be related to anxiety, with this situation, it’s important not to dismiss the physical effects of a paracetamol overdose. You need to go to the hospital emergency department as soon as possible, where they can perform blood tests to assess the level of paracetamol in your system and provide you with the necessary treatment, which might include activated charcoal or an antidote like N-acetylcysteine (NAC). Avoid taking any more medication and don’t try to manage this at home, as liver damage can be serious and sometimes asymptomatic initially. Also, refrain from consuming alcohol or other substances that could further strain your liver. Remember, time is of the essence in managing paracetamol overdoses; the sooner you receive medical care, the better the potential outcome.

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