Are there calories in medicine pills? The surprisingly simple answer
                                
                                
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                                According to a study published in *The Pharmaceutical Journal*, a standard 500mg paracetamol tablet contains only 0.3 calories. While the idea of medication having calories can be concerning, especially for those meticulously tracking their intake, the reality is far from alarming. The calorie content is virtually insignificant for most people's diets.