Panadol Extra
A combination medicine containing paracetamol, by Haleon (formerly GSK Consumer) — caplet, made in Nigeria.
NAFDAC registration
Our August 2026 copy of the NAFDAC Greenbook lists Panadol Extra Caplet — registration number 04-0005 — with status Active. This listing is a combination product that includes Paracetamol.
Panadol Extra at a glance
- Generic name
- Paracetamol
- Manufacturer
- Haleon (formerly GSK Consumer)
- Form
- Caplet
- Composition
- Paracetamol 500 mg
- Caffeine 30 mg
- Made in
- Nigeria
- NAFDAC reg. no.
- 04-0005
Panadol Extra price in Nigeria
One listing of Panadol Extra at MedPlus was priced ₦450 as of September 2026.
- PANADOL EXTRA 500MG *1 STRIPS(MedPlus)₦450
Sampled from licensed Nigerian online pharmacies — 1 listing of Panadol Extra, indicative only. Track month-by-month movement on the Medicine Price Index.
Where Panadol Extra is stocked
Listed shops that say they carry this. As stated by each shop — not live inventory, and not an endorsement.
About Paracetamol
Paracetamol (also known as acetaminophen) is the most widely used medication in Nigeria and arguably the most recognised drug name in the country. From the roadside chemist in Oshodi to the pharmacy in Wuse, you will find paracetamol on every shelf. It is a non-opioid analgesic and antipyretic, meaning it relieves pain and reduces fever without the risks associated with stronger painkillers. Almost every Nigerian household keeps paracetamol at home as the go-to remedy for headaches, body pain, and fever, especially during malaria episodes.
Read the full Paracetamol guide — dosage, side effects, warnings, and all registered brands.
Frequently asked questions
Registration details are shown exactly as recorded in the NAFDAC Greenbook (our copy: August 2026). Listings can lag renewals — always confirm current status on the official Greenbook before acting on it. Content updated September 2026.