What is Panadol called in France?
Panadol contains paracetamol. In France the same medicine is sold as Doliprane or Efferalgan or Dafalgan.
Medically reviewed by Javeria Muneer, Pharmacist · Last reviewed:
| Brand | Country | Active ingredient | Common strengths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panadol Pending verification | United Kingdom | paracetamol N02BE01 | 500 mg tablet, 650 mg tablet, 120 mg/5 mL syrup |
| Doliprane Pending verification | France | paracetamol N02BE01 | 500 mg tablet, 650 mg tablet, 120 mg/5 mL syrup |
| Efferalgan Pending verification | France | paracetamol N02BE01 | 500 mg tablet, 650 mg tablet, 120 mg/5 mL syrup |
| Dafalgan Pending verification | France | paracetamol N02BE01 | 500 mg tablet, 650 mg tablet, 120 mg/5 mL syrup |
Same active ingredient does not always mean the same strength, salt or release form. Check the pack and ask a local pharmacist.
Questions
What is Panadol called in France?
Panadol contains paracetamol. In France the same medicine is sold as Doliprane or Efferalgan or Dafalgan.
Is Doliprane exactly the same as Panadol?
Both contain paracetamol (ATC N02BE01). Strength, salt, release form and inactive ingredients can differ, so compare the packs and ask a pharmacist.
What strengths of paracetamol are common in France?
Common forms include 500 mg tablet, 650 mg tablet, 120 mg/5 mL syrup. Check the label, because local packs may differ from the one you have.
