Co-Codamol 8/500mg Tablets - 32 Tablets

Co-Codamol 8/500mg Tablets x 32

Low cost pain relief.

What are Co-Codamol 8/500mg Tablets?

Strong pain relief for when paracetamol and ibuprofen alone are not enough.

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Co-codamol can be used to treat a number of ailments.

They are mostly used for:

• Headaches,
• Migraines,
• Muscular pain,
• To ease symptoms of cold and flu 

Warnings and Precautions

• Children under 12 are not to be given or take this medication as they could be at risk of severe breathing problems with this medication.
• Keep out of sight and reach of children.

Do not take if:

• You are under the age of 18 and have had your tonsils or adenoids removed due to obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome
• You know that you metabolise codeine into morphine very rapidly
• You are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed
• You are allergic to any of the ingredients this medication contains
• You take medicines used to thin the blood such as warfarin.
• You take Metoclopramide or domperidone - used to stop you from feeling sick (nausea) or being sick (vomiting).
• You take Colestyramine - for lowering blood cholesterol levels.

Speak to your GP or Pharmacist before use if:

• Have severe kidney or liver problems
• Have non-cirrhotic alcoholic liver disease

Ingredients

Active Ingredients: Codeine Phosphate 8mg and Paracetamol 500mg.

Other Ingredients: Dependent on the brand.

How do I take Co-Codamol 8/500mg Tablets?

Dosage:

Adults and children over 12 years: 

ONE or TWO tablets up to Four times a day.

Maximum 8 in 24 hours

NOT Suitable for children under the age of 12 years old.

What are the side effects of Co-Codamol 8/500mg Tablets?

Possible side effects:

• Serious skin reactions
• Severe stomach pain may reach through to your back. (This could be a sign of inflammation of the pancreas)
• Constipation
• Nausea, vomiting
• Dizziness, light-headedness, drowsiness, confusion
• Difficulty passing water
• Becoming dependent on codeine
• More infections or bruising than usual
• Swelling in hands, feet, ankles, face, lips, or throat may cause difficulty in swallowing or breathing. You may also notice hives or nettle rash. This would indicate an allergic reaction to co-codamol.

If you experience these or any other side effects while using Effervescent Co-Codamol, stop use and speak to your GP or Pharmacist right away.

If you have any concerns or queries about side the side effects of these tablets please call your GP or our pharmacist.

Reporting of side effects

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in the above description and patient information leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for “MHRA yellowcard” in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.