Solpadeine 20 Caps

Description

Solpadeine Capsules can be used in patients over 12 years of age for the short-term relief of moderate pain that is not relieved by other painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen alone. They can be used for migraine, headache, dental pain, period pain, strains & sprains, backache, rheumatic pain and sciatica. The capsules contain three active ingredients; paracetamol, codeine and caffeine. Codeine and paracetamol are both painkillers. Codeine belongs to a group of medicines called opioid analgesics which act to relieve pain. It can be used on its own or in combination with other painkillers. Caffeine acts to further help the effectiveness of paracetamol. How to use Adults: Swallow 2 capsules every 4-6 hours as needed. Do not take more than 8 capsules in 24 hours. For the elderly a reduced dose may be required. Children aged 16 – 18 years: Swallow 1-2 capsules every 6 hours as needed. Children aged 12-15 years: Swallow 1 capsule every 6 hours as needed. Do not take more than 4 capsules in 24 hours. Do not take more than the recommended dose Warnings and precautions Codeine is transformed into morphine in the liver by an enzyme. Morphine is the substance that produces pain relief. Some people have a variation of this enzyme and this can affect people in different ways. In some people, morphine is not produced or produced in very small quantities, and it will not provide enough pain relief. Other people are more likely to get serious side effects because a very high amount of morphine is produced. If you notice any of the following side effects, you must stop taking this medicine and seek immediate medical advice: slow or shallow breathing, confusion, sleepiness, small pupils, feeling or being sick, constipation, lack of appetite. Side Effects When using this product you may experience: Constipation Stop taking this medicine and tell your doctor immediately if you experience: Severe abdominal pain, dry mouth, nausea and vomiting if you have recently had your gall bladder removed Nervousness, dizziness, irritability, drowsiness or restlessness Allergic reactions which may be severe such as skin rash and itching sometimes with swelling of the mouth or face or shortness of breath Skin rash or peeling or mouth ulcers, itching or sweating Breathing problems. These are more likely if you have experienced them before when taking other painkillers such as ibuprofen and aspirin Unexplained bruising or bleeding Nausea, upset stomach, sudden weight loss, loss of appetite and yellowing of the eyes and skin Difficulty in urinating. Storage Information Keep out of the reach and sight of children. Do not use this medicine after the 'EXP' date shown on the package. Do not store above 25°C. Drug Interactions Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking these capsules if you are taking any prescribed medicines; Particularly metoclopramide or domperidone (for nausea [feeling sick] or vomiting [being sick]); colestyramine (to lower blood cholesterol ); Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) prescribed for depression in the last 2 weeks or substances that make you drowsy (eg sedatives, antidepressants or alcohol). If you take blood thinning drugs ( anticoagulants eg warfarin ) and you need to take a pain reliever on a daily basis, talk to your doctor because of the risk of bleeding. But you can still take occasional doses of Solpadeine Capsules at the same time as anticoagulants. Ingredients Paracetamol, Codeine Phosphate Hemihydrate, Caffeine, Maize starch, magnesium stearate, gelatin. Specifications Packs of Solpadeine Capsules contain 20 capsules, they have an opaque red cap and opaque white body, with “solpadeine” printed in black on both halves or plain on both halves.