How does it work?

This medicine contains two active ingredients, paracetamol and codeine phosphate. Paracetamol is a medicine used in the treatment of mild to moderate pain. It is also useful for reducing fever. It is not fully understood how paracetamol produces these effects. Codeine belongs to group of medicines called opioids. Opioids mimic the effects of naturally occurring pain reducing chemicals (endorphins) that are found in the brain and spinal cord. They act on the opioid receptors in the brain and block the transmission of pain signals. This combination is used to reduce fever and to relieve mild to moderate pain caused by a variety of conditions (eg headache, toothache, neuralgia, migraine, period pains).

What is it used for?

Fever (pyrexia)

Mild to moderate pain

Warning!

In cases of overdose, seek immediate advice from a doctor.

Alcohol increases the risk of liver damage that can occur if an overdose of paracetamol is taken. The hazards of paracetamol overdose are greater in persistant heavy drinkers and in people with alcoholic liver disease.

If symptoms persist for more than three days consult your doctor.

Don't take other preparations also containing paracetamol.

The effervescent or dispersable preparation contains sodium. Care must be taken in individuals on a low sodium diet.

In pack sizes over 32 this prodcut is only available on prescription.

Use with caution in

Decreased kidney function

Decreased liver function

Non-cirrhotic alcoholic liver disease

Not to be used in

Children under 12 years of age

Severely decreased kidney function

Severely decreased liver function

This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnancy unless considered essential by your doctor. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

This medicine passes into breast milk. Seek medical advice from your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.

Label warnings

Do not take more than 2 at any one time. Do not take more than 8 in 24 hours.

Do not take this medication with any other products containing paracetamol.

This medication is available without prescription, only when supplied in small quantities.

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