Solpadeine Max Tablets provide effective pain relief for Migraine, Headache, Dental Pain, Period Pain, Backache, Arthritic & Rheumatic Pain, Strains & Sprains, Sciatica
How do I take this medicine?
Take Paracetamol+Codeine exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not exceed the stated dose. Do not take more pills or more often than instructed.
You may take Paracetamol+Codeine with or without food.
Take it only when necessary to relieve pain. You may stop taking this painkiller when you have no more pain. Do not take Paracetamol+Codeine for longer than instructed by the doctor or pharmacist, as this may lead to addiction.
If you have been given the conventional tablet or capsule, swallow it whole with a glass of water.
If you have been given the effervescent (soluble) tablet, dissolve it completely in a glass of water and drink it. Effervescent tablets are those which dissolve in water to form a mildly fizzy drink.
CODEINE : 12.8mg
PARACETAMOL : 500mg
When should I not use this medicine?
Alert your doctor and pharmacist if you have liver or kidney failure, severe breathing problems or asthma, stomach or intestinal blockage, or recent biliary tract surgery.
Do not take Paracetamol+Codeine if you are currently taking or have taken a medicine known as a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) in the last 14 days. Some examples of MAOI include phenelzine, selegiline, moclobemide and tranylcypromine.
Alert your doctor and pharmacist if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not take any medicines that contain codeine if you are breastfeeding. Codeine goes into your breastmilk and is not suitable for your baby. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for alternatives.
This painkiller is not suitable for children younger than 12 years old. Do not give any medicines that contain codeine to a child unless it was specifically prescribed for the child by the child's doctor.
What should I take note of while taking this medicine?
Inform your doctor and pharmacist if you have any of these or other conditions:
- liver or kidney disease
- head injury or brain disease
- thyroid problems
- prostate enlargement or urination difficulties
- mood disorders
- excessive drinking or problems related to alcohol withdrawal
Other types of painkillers or muscle relaxants may also contain Paracetamol as an ingredient. DO NOT take this painkiller with other products that contain Paracetamol. Always check the package label. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Avoid long-term use of painkillers including Paracetamol+Codeine. Excessive or prolonged use of products that contain codeine can lead to addiction.
Inform your doctor if you are on a low salt diet as some brands of Paracetamol+Codeine, particularly the effervescent tablets, may contain higher levels of sodium.
