Paracetamol — All Brands in Nigeria
6 brands of Paracetamol are available in Nigeria. This table includes the brand name, manufacturer, available strengths, and dosage form for each product.
| Brand Name | Manufacturer | Strength | Form | NAFDAC Reg. No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emzor Paracetamol | Emzor | 500mg | Tablet | 04-0411 |
| Panadol Extra | GlaxoSmithKline | 500mg paracetamol + 30mg caffeine | Caplet | 04-0005 |
| Boska | Hovid | 500mg | Tablet | |
| M&B Paracetamol | May & Baker | 500mg, 120mg/5ml | Tablet | |
| Calpol | GSK | 120mg/5ml, 250mg/5ml | Suspension | |
| Dizpharm Paracetamol | Dizpharm Nigeria Limited | 500mg | Tablet | 04-2531 |
About Paracetamol Brands in Nigeria
Paracetamol is sold in Nigeria under 6 different brand names, all containing the same active ingredient but differing in manufacturer, strength, packaging, and price. Brands on this list are produced by Emzor, GlaxoSmithKline, Hovid, May & Baker, GSK, among others. Prices typically range from ₦100 to ₦3,000 per pack.
Every brand here is cross-referenced against the NAFDAC Greenbook, the official database of products registered with Nigeria's National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control. A brand appearing on this list means a product with that name and manufacturer holds a NAFDAC registration. Before buying, always confirm that the NAFDAC number, brand, and manufacturer printed on the pack match the record, since counterfeiters sometimes copy a genuine number onto a fake product.
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Data source: NAFDAC Greenbook (National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control). Registration data is updated regularly. Last updated: 2026-02-01.