J Collis Browne's Tablets

How does it work?

This medicine contains morphine hydrochloride, light kaolin and calcium carbonate. Morphine hydrochloride belongs to a group of medicines called narcotic analgesics. Although its main use is as a strong pain killer, it also reduces gut movement (propulsive peristalsis) and is therefore effective in treating diarrhoea. Light kaolin is an adsorbent and when given by mouth, adsorbs (binds) toxic and other substances from the contents of the gut. Calcium carbonate is an antacid that also has constipating effect. This medicine is used for the symptomatic relief of occasional diarrhoea.

What is it used for?

Diarrhoea

Warning!

Do not exceed the recommended dose of this medicine, which will be stated in the product packaging or information leaflet supplied with the medicine.

If symptoms persist after the 48 hour treatment is completed, seek medical advice.

This medicine is not recommended for children under six years of age.

Do not take more than six doses in 24 hours.

It is important to replace body fluids lost in diarrhoea, in addition to taking this medicine.

Use with caution in

No known conditions

Not to be used in

No known conditions

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.

There is no information available about the safety of this medicine during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

Side effects

Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.

No side effects have been reported with this medicine

The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist.

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