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

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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