How long can I use co-codamol tablets?

Due to the potentially addictive ingredients within Co-codamol tablets, it’s recommended that you should only use Co-codamol tablets for 3 days or less. This is to prevent individuals from becoming addicted to the active ingredient codeine which is a derivative of opioids. It is important to talk to your doctor if you require pain relief for longer than the recommended usage time.

What is the recommended dose for taking Co-codamol tablets?

The recommended dose for Co-codamol 8mg/500mg is one or two tablets. You can take them up to four times a day if required.

My pain isn't being managed, can I take more?

Should you still be feeling pain after taking a recommended dosage, you should contact your doctor to discuss different forms of pain management. Do not take more than the stated dosage or take this medication for longer than 3 days.

Co-codamol 8mg/500mg - 32 tablets

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Co-codamol 8mg/500mg - 32 tablets

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Medication features
Co-codamol 8mg 500mg is a type of painkiller that treats acute moderate pain if another orthodox pain relief like paracetamol or ibuprofen is not providing enough pain management. Co-codamol 8mg 500mg is fast-acting and works quickly to reduce pain in various moderate pain conditions. Co-codamol tablets are a combination of paracetamol and codeine. It's important to note that this method of pain relief contains codeine, which is a form of opioid and can lead to addiction. Therefore, you should only take this medication for 3 days.
- Co-codamol contains two active ingredients, paracetamol, and codeine
- Fast-acting and effective pain relief
- For 3 days use only

Overview

This product is for short term use only. The pharmacist can only supply 1 box per patient per order.

NOTE: After selecting this product, you will need to complete a short assessment, so we can make sure this medication is suitable for you. Pricing is provided as a reference only. The final decision on issuing this medication remains with our Prescriber / Pharmacist.

What's Co Codamol 8mg - 500g?

Co-codamol is a painkiller that is effective for a variety of conditions. Co-codamol 8mg - 500mg has two active ingredients - paracetamol 500mg and codeine 8mg. They work together to give the patient fast and effective relief from the acute, moderate pain they are suffering from. It is important to note that codeine is a product that can cause addiction. Therefore it is recommended that co-codamol should only be used for a maximum of 3 days.

FAQ

How long can I use co-codamol tablets?
Due to the potentially addictive ingredients within Co-codamol tablets, it’s recommended that you should only use Co-codamol tablets for 3 days or less. This is to prevent individuals from becoming addicted to the active ingredient codeine which is a derivative of opioids. It is important to talk to your doctor if you require pain relief for longer than the recommended usage time.
What is the recommended dose for taking Co-codamol tablets?
The recommended dose for Co-codamol 8mg/500mg is one or two tablets. You can take them up to four times a day if required.
My pain isn't being managed, can I take more?
Should you still be feeling pain after taking a recommended dosage, you should contact your doctor to discuss different forms of pain management. Do not take more than the stated dosage or take this medication for longer than 3 days.

Side Effects

Every form of medication can cause unwanted side effects. However, most of these side effects will go away over time and aren’t serious. But there are some side effects that can be serious, if you experience serious side effects then you should contact your doctor straight away.

Here are some side effects that can be related to Co-codamol:

Nausea
Vomiting
Constipation
Stomach cramps

It's important to note that co-codamol can make you drowsy or tired and because of this, you should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery whilst taking co-codamol.

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Info Leaflet

Before taking any medicines, regardless of whether they are over-the-counter or prescription-only, it is essential always to read the patient information leaflet.

Patient Information Leaflet