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Pain Relief Paracetamol plus Codeine 15 (Cipla) TM
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Active ingredients: paracetamol + codeine, paracetamol, codeine
Brand name
(ARTG)
: CIPLA PAIN RELIEF PARACETAMOL + CODEINE 15, paracetamol 500mg + codeine phosphate hemihydrate 15mg tablets blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Temporary relief of acute moderate pain.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, uncoated
- Oral
- Paracetamol & codeine tablets are white to off white, capsule shaped biconvex, uncoated tablets with central breakline on one side and plain on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 12 pack
- 24 pack
- 40 pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient paracetamol
This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.
For the active ingredient codeine
This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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