Does co-codamol reduce high temperature?
This medicine has been prescribed for you for the short-term relief of moderate pain that is not relieved by other painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen alone. This medicine can be used to reduce body temperature. Co- codamol can be used in adults and children over 12 years of age.
What is the difference between co-codamol 8 500 and 30 500?
There are two strengths of co-codamol, the stronger (30/500) is also known as Tylex, Solpadol or Kapake. Co-codamol 30/500 is used for moderate to severe pain and co-codamol 8/500 is used for mild to moderate pain, both can be taken every 4 to 6 hours, but no more than 4 doses in 24 hours.
Does co-codamol 8 500 make you sleepy?
Co-codamol can affect your ability to drive as it may make you sleepy or dizzy. Do not drive whilst taking this medicine until you know how it affects you.
How many co-codamol 8 500 can I take?
Adults: 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours when necessary up to a maximum of 8 tablets in 24 hours. Use in children aged 16 to 18 years: 1 to 2 tablets every 6 hours when necessary up to a maximum of 8 tablets in 24 hours.
Can I take 2 ibuprofen and 2 paracetamol together?
Yes, if you’re 16 or over, it’s safe to take paracetamol and ibuprofen together as there are no known harmful interactions between these medicines. The advice for children is different as taking paracetamol and ibuprofen together is not usually recommended.
Can I take two 500mg co-codamol?
The usual dose for an adult is one or two co-codamol tablets/capsules every 4-6 hours if needed. Do not take more than two tablets/capsules at a time or more than eight tablets/capsules in 24 hours.
Is co Dydramol stronger than ibuprofen?
Some painkillers are combined with an opiate drug called codeine – for example, co-codamol is paracetamol plus codeine. These combinations are slightly stronger than paracetamol or ibuprofen alone.
What kind of Medicine is co-codamol 8 / 500 tablets?
WHAT CO-CODAMOL IS AND WHAT IS USED FOR The name of your medicine is Co-codamol 8/500 Tablets (called co-codamol throughout this leaflet). Co-codamol contains two different medicines called codeine phosphate and paracetamol. Codeine belongs to a group of medicines called opioid analgesics which act to relieve pain.
What’s the best way to take Co codamol?
What is co-codamol used for? Co-codamol is often used to treat your average aches and pains including muscular pains, migraines, toothaches, and headaches too. The medicine comes as capsules or tablets, which should be swallowed whole with a drink of water. Co-codamol can be taken with or without food.
What’s the maximum dose of Co-codamol an adult can take?
The maximum dose is 8 co-codamol tablets in 24 hours. adults over the age of 18 is 2 co-codamol tablets (of any strength) up to 4 times in 24 hours. Always leave at least 4 hours between doses. The maximum dose is 8 co-codamol tablets in 24 hours. It’s important to leave a gap between doses of co-codamol.
What’s the difference between Co-codamol and co-dydramol?
Co-codamol is often prescribed for typical muscular aches and pains which can be experienced by many, whereas co-dydramol tends to be used for more specific conditions, like the aforementioned musculoskeletal conditions.
