Dolo 650 vs Dolo 500: price, salt & differences
Dolo 650 and Dolo 500 are the same medicine – paracetamol from Micro Labs – at two strengths, 650 mg and 500 mg. The 650 mg tablet gives a slightly bigger single dose for adult fever and body ache, while 500 mg suits lighter pain, lower body weight or when a doctor wants finer dose control. Dolo 650 is ₹32.28 for 15 tablets and Dolo 500 is ₹14.58 for 15 tablets; the daily paracetamol limit applies to both, so ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.
Dolo 650
Paracetamol 650 mg · Micro Labs Ltd
MRP ₹32.28 for 15
₹2.15 / tablet
Paracetamol 650 mg detailsDolo 500
Paracetamol 500 mg · Micro Labs Ltd
MRP ₹14.58 for 15
₹0.97 / tablet
Paracetamol 500 mg detailsKey differences
| Aspect | Dolo 650 | Dolo 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Salt / composition | Paracetamol | Paracetamol |
| Strength | 650 mg | 500 mg |
| Manufacturer | Micro Labs Ltd | Micro Labs Ltd |
| Pack size | 15 tablets | 15 tablets |
| MRP | ₹32.28 for 15 tablets | ₹14.58 for 15 tablets |
| ₹ per tablet | ₹2.15 per tablet | ₹0.97 per tablet |
| Prescription status | Over the counter (no prescription needed) | Over the counter (no prescription needed) |
| Main use | Fever from viral infections, flu, dengue, chikungunya or after vaccination. | Fever from colds, flu and other viral infections. |
| Who it suits / key caution | Adults with fever or mild to moderate pain; the usual first choice in pregnancy. Keep to the daily limit and avoid heavy alcohol – overdose harms the liver. | Adults and older teens with mild fever or pain who need a lower dose per tablet; the 500 mg strength is easier to dose-adjust. Same liver caution as all paracetamol. |
MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.
Frequently asked questions
Dolo 650 और Dolo 500 में क्या अंतर है?
दोनों में paracetamol है – Dolo 650 में 650 mg और Dolo 500 में 500 mg। बुखार और दर्द में दोनों काम करते हैं; 650 mg थोड़ी बड़ी खुराक है। Dolo 650 की MRP ₹32.28 (15 tablets) और Dolo 500 की ₹14.58 (15 tablets) है।
Is Dolo 650 better than Dolo 500 for fever?
It is a slightly larger dose, not a different medicine. For most adults either brings fever down; 650 mg became the common adult strength in India. For smaller adults or when you need to space doses, 500 mg is perfectly adequate.
Can I take two Dolo 500 instead of one Dolo 650?
Two Dolo 500 tablets make 1000 mg, which is more than one Dolo 650. Keep to the dose and gap your doctor or the pack advises, and never exceed the daily paracetamol limit from all sources combined.
Which strength should children take?
Neither – both are adult tablets. Children need paracetamol syrup or a smaller tablet dosed by body weight; ask a doctor or pharmacist.
Why is Dolo 650 pricier per tablet?
The NPPA ceiling price is ₹2.05 per 1 tablet for the 650 mg tablet and ₹0.93 per 1 tablet for the 500 mg tablet, so the higher strength is allowed a higher price. Dolo 650 is ₹2.15 per tablet versus ₹0.97 for Dolo 500.
Do I need a prescription for either?
No. Both strengths of paracetamol are sold over the counter in India. See a doctor if fever or pain lasts more than 3 days.
Sources
- NHS – Paracetamol for adults (19 October 2026)
- MedlinePlus – Acetaminophen (paracetamol) (19 October 2026)
- NPPA Pharma Sahi Daam (ceiling prices) (19 October 2026)
- PMBI Jan Aushadhi Product & MRP List (19 October 2026)
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This page is general information, not medical advice. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without asking a doctor or pharmacist. Terms