Superdrug Paracetamol And Codeine Capsules
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Superdrug Paracetamol & Codeine Capsules
Paracetamol, Codeine, Caffeine
PATIENT INFORMATION LEAFLET
Less serious side effects, that may occur include those listed below:
Stomach and intestine effects including: constipation, stomach cramps, feeling sick and vomiting.
Other nervous system problems which can cause:
dizziness, light headedness, disorientation and drowsiness
headache, tremor, nervousness, confusion, irritability, restlessness, anxiety and mood changes vertigo.
Heart and circulation effects which can cause: an increased awareness of your heart beat a head rush or dizzy spells an increase in your heart rate or sweating.
Other less serious side effects which can cause:
• difficulty in passing water, needing to pass urine more often, or passinglessurinethan usual
decreased libido or potency muscle rigidity a dry mouth
your eye's pupil may become smaller blurred or double vision nightmares.
How do I know if I am addicted?
If you take the medicine according to the instructions on the pack it is unlikely that you will become addicted to the medicine. However, if the following apply to you it is important that you talk to your doctor:
You need to take the medicine for longer periods of time.
You need to take more than the recommended dose.
• When you stop taking the medicine you feel very unwell but you feel better if you start taking the medicine again.
Reporting side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/vellowcard. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine
5. How to store your medicine
Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date printed on the pack.
Store in a dry place, below 25°C.
6. What is in this medicine?
Each red / yellow capsule contains the active ingredients: paracetamol 500 mg, caffeine 30 mg andcodeinephosphate 8 mg.
The other ingredients are: maize starch, sodium lauryl sulfate, croscarmellose sodium, talc and magnesium stearate. The capsule shell is made of gelatin and contains the colours titanium dioxide (E171), erythrosine (E127) and quinoline yellow (E104)
This product is available in a pack size of 24 capsules.
7. Who makes this medicine?
The Marketing Authorisation holder and manufacturer is Wrafton Laboratories Limited, Braunton, Devon, EX33 2DL, United Kingdom.
Text revised: December 2015.
PL 12063/0027 2747275
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you take this medicine because it contains important information you need to know.
For the short term treatment of acute moderate pain, which is not relieved by paracetamol, ibuprofen or aspirin alone. You should only take this product for a maximum of three days at a time. If you need to take it for longer than three days you should see your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
This medicine contains codeine which can cause addiction if you take it continuously for more than three days. This can give you withdrawal symptoms from the medicine when you stop taking it.
If you take this medicineforheadaches for more than three days it can make them worse.
This medicine is available without prescription, however, you still need to use this product carefully to get the best results from it. Keep this leaflet as you may need to read it again. Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice.
1. What is this medicine and what is it used for?
This medicine contains: paracetamol which is a pain reliever (analgesic) and helps reduce your temperature when you have a fever codeine phosphate which is a pain reliever (analgesic)
• caffeine which helps to increase the pain relief from paracetamol and makes you more alert.
These capsules are for the short term treatment of acute moderate pain which is not relieved by paracetamol, ibuprofen or aspirin alone. This medicine is for the relief of migraine, headache, rheumatic pain, period pain, toothache and nerve pain.
2. Is this medicine suitable for you?
This medicine contains codeine which can cause addiction if you take it continuously for more than three days. This can give you withdrawal symptoms from the medicine when you stop taking it.
Ifyoutakeapainkiller for headaches for more than three days it can make them worse.
Do not take this medicine if you:
• are allergic to paracetamol, codeine, caffeine or any of the other ingredients
• have acute asthma
• have severe respiratory disease
• suffer from alcoholism
• have had recent bile duct surgery (e.g. gall stones)
• suffer from paralytic ileus, where your bowel has ceased to function
• have recently had a head injury or raised pressure in the skull
• are breast feeding
• have been told by your doctor that you are a CYP2D6 ultra metaboliser
• are under 18 years and have had your tonsils or adenoids removed.
Please see your doctor or pharmacist
before taking this medicine if you:
• suffer from kidney or liver problems, including alcoholic liver disease
• have an enlarged prostate gland
• suffer from low blood pressure
• suffer from inflammatory or obstructive bowel disorders such as constipation, diarrhoea or bloating
• suffer from an underactive thyroid gland
• are elderly or debilitated.
If you are taking any of the following
medicines please see your doctor:
• medicines to treat high cholesterol levels which reduce the amount of fat in the blood such as colestyramine
• medicines to control feeling sick or being sick such as metoclopramide or domperidone
• medicines called anti-coagulants, which are used to thin the blood such as warfarin or other coumarins - you may take occasional doses of paracetamol but should consult your doctor if you need to take it on a
I regular basis
• cimetidine, a medicine to treat heartburn or peptic ulcers
• tricyclic antidepressants, which are medicines used to treat depression e.g. amitriptyline and imipramine
• antipsychotic medicines used to treat mental illness e.g. chlorpromazine and risperidone
• quinidine or mexiletine, used to treat heart problems
• antidepressant drugs called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI's) - these are medicines such as phenelzine and moclobemide
• the antibiotic chloramphenicol
• other CNS depressant drugs such as sodium oxybate
• barbiturates and benzodiazepines which are medicines to calm you down or to help
you sleep (e.g. mephobarbital, pentobarbital, diazepam and alprazolam)
• medicines for diarrhoea and tummy cramps as taking these at the same time as Superdrug Paracetamol & Codeine Capsules may make you constipated
• medicines such as atropine, procyclidene, or hyoscine which are used to treat problems with gut movement. Taking these at the same time as Superdrug Paracetamol & Codeine Capsules may make you severely constipated and may make it difficult for you to pass urine
• some antihistamines which may be used in cough/cold remedies and anti-allergy products. Taking these at the same time as Superdrug Paracetamol & Codeine Capsules may make you severely constipated and may make it difficult for you to pass urine
• naltrexone - used in the treatment of drug dependence.
• Contains paracetamol.
• Do not take anything else containing paracetamolwhile taking this medicine.
Pregnancy and breast feeding
Please see your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine if you are pregnant.
Do not take this medicine if you are breast feeding.
Other important information:
Do not drink alcohol (beer, wine, spirits etc) while taking this product.
Driving and using machines
These capsules might cause drowsiness. If you are affected, do not drive or operate machinery.
The medicine can affect your ability to drive as it may make you sleepy or dizzy.
• Do not drive while taking this medicine until you know how it affects you
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• It may be an offence to drive when taking this medicine
• However, you would not be committing an offence if:
• The medicine has been taken to treat a medical or dental problem and
• You have taken it according to the information provided with the medicine and
• It was not affecting your ability to drive safely
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure whether it is safe for you to drive while taking this medicine. Details regarding a new driving offence concerning driving after drugs have been taken in the UK may be found here: https://www.gov.uk/drug-driving-law.
3. How to take this medicine
Swallow the capsules whole with water.
Do not chew.
Adults, the elderly and children over 12 years: 2 capsules every 4 - 6 hours as required. Do not take morethan4doses (8 capsules) in any 24 hour period.
Do not give to children under 12 years.
Do not take more medicine than the label tells you to. If you do not get better, talk to your doctor.
Do not take for more than 3 days. If you need to use this medicine for more than three days you must speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
Codeine addiction:
This medicine contains codeine and can cause addiction if you take it continuously for more than three days. When you stop taking it you may get withdrawal symptoms. You should talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you think you are suffering from withdrawal symptoms.
Talk to a doctor at once if you take too much of this medicine even if you feel well. This is because too much paracetamol can cause delayed, serious liver damage. Go to your nearest hospital casualty department. Take your medicine and this leaflet with you.
4. Possible side effects
Some people may have side-effects when taking this medicine. If you have any unwanted side-effects you should seek advice from your doctor, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
STOP TAKING the capsules and contact your doctor immediately if you develop any of the following serious side effects at any time while taking your medicine:
Allergic reactions:
The following symptoms may mean you are having an allergic reaction to this medicine:
• rash,itching, swollen red areas of the skin i or swelling of the face
• very rare cases of serious skin reactions have been reported.
Blood disorders which can cause:
• unexplained or unusual bruising or bleeding
• fever and infections.
Heart and circulation effects which can cause:
• an unusually low heart rate
• low blood pressure
• hypothermia
Nervous system problems which can cause:
• hallucinations.
Other serious side effects which can cause:
• restricted breathing
• abdominal or back pain.