Solpadeine Plus Capsules - 24 Capsules

Solpadeine Plus Capsules

What are Solpadeine Plus Capsules?

Solpadeine Plus Capsules are painkillers that can be used for moderate aches and pains. These are short-term treatments of acute moderate pain that are not relieved by paracetamol or ibuprofen alone.

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Recommended for the relief of:

• Migraine
• Headache
• Dental pain
• Period pain
• Backache
• Arthritic and rheumatic pain
• Strains and sprains and sciatica

What are the active ingredients in Solpadeine Plus Capsules and what do they do:

• Paracetamol is an over-the-counter painkiller that many people choose when they need relief from common aches and pains. It also helps to reduce high temperatures, making it ideal for those suffering from symptoms of cold and flu.
• Caffeine helps boost the effectiveness of paracetamol, helping it to get to work fast.
• Codeine is a painkiller that belongs to a group of medicines known as opioid analgesics. It is used to treat moderate pain, such as after an injury, or when typical painkillers like aspirin, ibuprofen, and paracetamol have not been effective. This medicine works by preventing pain signals from travelling to the brain.

Warnings and Precautions

Not suitable for anyone under 12 years of age.

Avoid alcohol, other products, drinks, etc that contain a lot of caffeine.

Do NOT take any other products containing paracetamol.

These tablets can cause drowsiness, do not drive or use heavy machinery until these symptoms have worn off. 

Do NOT take if:

• You are breastfeeding
• You are allergic to any of the ingredients these tablets contain
• You know you metabolise very quickly codeine into morphine
• You are under the age of 18 years and have had the removal of tonsils or adenoids due to obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome.

Speak to your GP or Pharmacist before use if you have/are:

• Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• Liver or kidney disease, including alcoholic liver disease
• Bowel problems, e.g. blockage of the bowel
• An operation to remove your gall bladder
• Been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars
• On a controlled sodium diet, each tablet contains 427mg of sodium

Speak to your GP or pharmacist before use if you take:

• Metoclopramide and domperidone, which are used for nausea and vomiting
• Cholestyramine, which is used to lower blood cholesterol
• Depression medication called Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs), or have taken these within the past 2 weeks
• Substances that make you drowsy
• Blood-thinning drugs, which are also known as anticoagulants

Ingredients

Active ingredients Each capsule contains Paracetamol 500 mg, Codeine Phosphate Hemihydrate 8 mg, and Caffeine 30 mg.

Other ingredients Maize starch, magnesium stearate, titanium dioxide (E 171), erythrosine (E 127), patent blue V (E 131), quinoline yellow (E 104), gelatin, shellac, propylene glycol (E 1520), iron oxide black (E 172) and ammonium hydroxide (E 527).

How do I take Solpadeine Plus Capsules?

Dosage:

18 years and over: 2 tablets/capsules/soluble tablets every 4-6 hours as required not more frequently than every 4 hours. No more than 8 tablets/capsules/soluble tablets in 24 hours.

16-18 years: 1-2 tablets/capsules/soluble tablets every 6 hours as required not more frequently than every 6 hours. No more than 8 tablets/capsules/soluble tablets in 24 hours.

12-15 years: 1 tablet/capsule/soluble tablet every 6 hours as required not more frequently than every 6 hours. No more than 4 tablets/capsules/soluble tablets in 24 hours.

Under 12 years: not to be given.

• Do not take more than the label tells you to. If you do not get better talk to your doctor. Talk to a doctor if you take too much of this medicine, even if you feel well. 
• If you need to take this medicine continuously for more than 3 days you must see your doctor or pharmacist. 
• This medicine contains codeine which can cause addiction if you take it for more than 3 days. If you take this medicine for headaches for more than 3 days it can make them worse. 
• This medicine can make you feel sleepy.  Do not drive while taking this medicine until you know how it makes you feel. See the leaflet for more information.

DO NOT TAKE

Contains paracetamol. Do not take anything else containing paracetamol while taking this medicine. Do not take if you are breastfeeding. 

Consult your doctor before taking this medicine, especially if you are under the care of your doctor or receiving prescribed medicines or are pregnant. 

What are the side effects of Solpadeine Plus Capsules?

Possible side effects:

• Constipation
• Severe abdominal pain, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting if you have recently had your gall bladder removed
• Allergic reactions which may be severe,
• Skin rash, peeling, mouth ulcers, itching, sweating
• Breathing problems, which may be more likely if you’ve experienced them before when taking other painkillers
• Unexplained bruising or bleeding
• Nausea, upset stomach, sudden weight loss, loss of appetite, yellowing of the eyes and skin
• Difficulty urinating

Any concerns or queries regarding any side effects this medicine has caused or could cause you can call your GP or our pharmacist.

If you have any severe side effects stop use immediately and seek medical assistance as soon as possible.

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.