Dolo 500 Tablet
Description
Dolo 500 tablet is a commonly used painkiller and fever-reducing medicine that contains paracetamol as its active ingredient. It works by blocking certain chemical messengers in the body that cause pain and also acts on the brain centre responsible for regulating body temperature. This makes it effective in providing relief from headaches, body pain, toothaches, and fever. When taken in the correct dose, it is generally safe and well-tolerated.
Several other medicines also contain paracetamol as their primary component, including Crocin Advanced 500mg tablets, Calpol 500mg tablets, Pyrigesic 500mg tablets, and Panadol tablets. Since all of these work in the same way, they should not be taken together to avoid accidental overdose. Always follow the prescribed dosage to ensure safe and effective use of Dolo 500.
Side effects with Dolo 500 are uncommon, but in some cases, you may experience a skin rash, blisters, irritation, or allergic reactions. If you experience any of these symptoms, consult your doctor immediately. These side effects usually subside once the medicine is stopped, but medical guidance is important to avoid complications.
It is important to note that prolonged use of Dolo 500 or taking it in higher-than-recommended doses can cause serious liver damage. Therefore, do not exceed the maximum daily dose and avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine, as alcohol further increases the risk of liver injury.
For best results, take Dolo 500 with meals to reduce the chance of stomach upset. If your fever or pain does not improve after taking the medicine, or if you notice signs of an allergic reaction, contact your doctor without delay. Using Dolo 500 responsibly as advised by your healthcare provider will help you manage pain and fever safely and effectively.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹10.63 |
You Save | ₹3.54 (25% on MRP) |
Contains | Paracetamol / Acetaminophen(500.0 Mg) |
Uses | Fever and pain |
Side effects | Skin rash, itching, blisters |
Therapy | ANALGESIC/ANTIPYRETIC |
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Uses
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to paracetamol or any of the ingredients of the Dolo 500 tablet.
- If you are taking any other product that contains paracetamol.
Side effects
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You are having an infection.
- You have liver or kidney problems.
- You are suffering from chronic malnutrition.
- You have a habit of regularly consuming alcohol in excess.
- Avoid using Dolo 500 if you are taking other medicines containing paracetamol. Taking too much paracetamol can cause liver damage.
Directions for Use
Storage and disposal
- Store Dolo 500 tablets in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
- Keep it away from children and pets.
- Discard unused medicine properly. Do not flush in the toilet or throw it into the drain.
Quick Tips
- Dolo 500 tablet is a fever and pain-reducing medicine used for pains like toothaches, headaches, migraines, muscular aches, osteoarthritis, period pain, sore throat, vaccination pain, tooth extraction pain, toothache, ear pain, cold and flu....
- Take this medicine at the exact recommended dose. Do not exceed the stated dose. Taking more than a daily dose may cause serious liver problems or allergic reactions.
- Keep a gap of at least 4 hours between one dose and the next. Do not take more than four doses in any 24-hour period.
- This medicine is not recommended for use in children less than 6 years of age.
- If used in the correct dosage, Dolo 500 tablet seldom has any side effects. You could, however, sometimes get a skin rash, irritation, blisters or an allergic response. If you experience any such reaction, talk to your doctor....
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. Also, inform if you have liver disorders.
- Do not take any other paracetamol-containing products while taking Dolo tablet.
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Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Be cautious if you are taking medicines such as metoclopramide or domperidone used to treat nausea or vomiting, a blood thinner such as warfarin and an antibiotic such as chloramphenicol.
- Cholesterol-lowering medicines like colestyramine should be taken with a minimum gap of 2 hours.
- You should always tell the doctor if you are taking any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements to avoid any interaction with Dolo 500 tablet.
Interactions with food items
Content Details

Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD, CCEBDM Diabetology

Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What are the precautions that need to be taken while using Dolo 500 tablet?
Q: Can Dolo 500 tablet be given to children?
Q: My child, who is 3 years old, happened to consume 5 tablets of Dolo 500, what should I do?
Q: Can I take Dolo 500 for a cold and fever?
Q: What is the use of Dolo 500 tablet?
Q: Can Dolo 500 tablet be used in older patients?
- Kidney and liver function in the elderly is not as optimum as in the young population.
- Caution is needed when giving Dolo 500 tablet to the elderly with existing diseases.
- It should be used only after consulting your doctor. You should inform the doctor about all diseases the older person has (especially liver or kidney diseases). This will help the doctor decide the safe dose as per their age and kidney or liver function....
Q: How often can I take Dolo 500 tablet?
- It depends upon the condition. An adult with a healthy liver and kidney should not take this medicine more than four times a day and should always maintain a gap of 6 hours between two doses.
- If your fever or pain is relieved, stop taking it further. Avoid using it too frequently as it can lead to serious liver problems upon frequent and prolonged use.
- Do not increase the dose of this medicine if the pain or fever does not subside. It is important to find out the cause of fever or pain by consulting with a physician as this medicine will not treat the cause of fever, it only helps regulate temperature or provides pain relief....
Q: Can I take the Dolo 500 for body pain?
Q: How long does Dolo 500 take to work?
Q: Who should not take Dolo 500?
Q: Is Dolo 500 and paracetamol the same?
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