What is co-codamol 8?

What is co-codamol 8?

For example, 8/500 means each tablet or capsule contains 8mg of codeine and 500mg of paracetamol. You can buy the lowest strength of co-codamol (8/500) without a prescription but only from a pharmacy. The higher strengths (15/500 and 30/500) are only available on prescription from a doctor.

Is co-codamol 8 500 a controlled drug?

Co- codamol was the most commonly prescribed Schedule 5 controlled drug in 2016, although prescribing reduced by 4.3%.

Can I take 8 codeine?

Do not take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours. Your doctor may however have prescribed a different dose. Swallow the tablets whole with a full glass of water. Paracetamol + Codeine tablets may be broken in half if your doctor has prescribed a half dose.

Is co-codamol an over the counter painkiller?

You can buy co-codamol (paracetamol and low-dose codeine) over the counter. Higher-dose codeine has to be prescribed. It’s not recommended to take codeine or other medium-strength prescribed painkillers on a long-term basis as this could lead to you becoming dependent on them.

What kind of Medicine is co-codamol 8 / 500 tablets?

WHAT CO-CODAMOL IS AND WHAT IT 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.

When to take paracetamol and Co-codamol together?

About co-codamol for adults Co-codamol is a mixture of 2 different painkillers – paracetamol and codeine. It’s used to treat aches and pains including headaches, muscular pain, migraines and toothache. It’s usually taken when everyday painkillers, such as aspirin, ibuprofen and paracetamol alone, haven’t worked.

Where can I Buy Co codamol without a prescription?

The strength of co-codamol appears as 2 numbers on the packet. For example, the strength may be written as 8/500. This means it contains 8mg of codeine and 500mg of paracetamol. You can buy the lowest strength of co-codamol (8/500) without a prescription, but only from a pharmacy.

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.