Crocin Advance 500: price, uses & cheaper substitutes
Crocin Advance 500 contains Paracetamol 500 mg. Listed MRP is ₹19.53 for 20 (₹0.98 per tablet).
The lowest listed price for the same salt is ₹0.66 per tablet.
- MRP
- ₹19.53
- ₹ / tablet
- ₹0.98
- Pack
- 20
- Manufacturer
- GlaxoSmithKline India Pvt. Ltd.
Same-salt cheaper options
| Brand | Manufacturer | Pack | MRP | ₹ / tablet | As on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paracetamol Tablets IP 500 mgJan Aushadhi | Jan Aushadhi (PMBJP) | 10 | ₹6.57 | ₹0.66 | 19 October 2026 |
| Calpol 500 | Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd | 15 | ₹14.35 | ₹0.96 | 19 October 2026 |
| Dolo 500 | Micro Labs Ltd | 15 | ₹14.58 | ₹0.97 | 19 October 2026 |
| Paracip 500 | Cipla Ltd | 10 | ₹9.65 | ₹0.97 | 19 October 2026 |
| Metacin 500 | Themis Pharmaceuticals Prop Chemosyn Ltd | 15 | ₹14.49 | ₹0.97 | 19 October 2026 |
| Crocin Advance 500 | GlaxoSmithKline India Pvt. Ltd. | 20 | ₹19.53 | ₹0.98 | 19 October 2026 |
MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.
Same salt and strength only. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands. See all Paracetamol 500 mg brands, safety and side effects
What Paracetamol 500 mg is used for
- Fever from colds, flu and other viral infections.
- Headache and migraine.
- Body ache, backache and muscle pain.
- Toothache.
- Period pain.
- Mild pain after injuries or minor surgery.
Frequently asked questions
Can I take 2 Crocin 500 tablets at once?
Yes, adults can take 1 or 2 tablets (up to 1,000 mg) in one dose, then wait at least 4 hours before the next dose, and not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours.
Can I take Calpol 500 on an empty stomach?
Yes. Paracetamol is gentle on the stomach and can be taken with or without food.
Can I take Crocin 500 with alcohol?
Avoid it. Both are processed by the liver and regular drinking plus paracetamol can damage the liver. Never exceed the daily limit if you drink.
Crocin 500 vs Dolo 650 – which should I take for fever?
Both are paracetamol. 500 mg is enough for most adults; 650 mg is a slightly higher single dose some doctors prefer for high fever. Pick one and stay within its daily limit. Do not take both.
Sources
- Tata 1mg product page (MRP as listed) (19 October 2026)
- 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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