Panadeine* - Medicines

1 Panadeine* 1 Panadeine* Paracetamol & Codeine PhosphateConsumer medicine InformationWhat is in this leaflet?This leaflet answers some commonquestions about panadeine *.* It does not contain all theavailable information.* All Medicines have risks andbenefits.* If you have any concerns abouttaking this medicine , ask yourdoctor or pharmacist.* Keep this leaflet with themedicine.* You may need to read it DescriptionWhat it looks likePanadeine is available in a number offorms. They are:Tablets: Flat, round white with bevelled edges. Frontface marking " panadeine " with abreak bar on the back face. Packs of12, 24, 50 and *: Blue film coated capsuleshaped tablets. Front face with abreak bar, back face marked" panadeine ". Packs of 24 and Soluble: Large white roundflat tablets. Plain on both of contains 500 mgparacetamol and 8 mg codeinephosphate as active also contains inactiveingredients which are used in themanufacture of the medicine asfollows:Tablets: talc, maize starch,pregelatinised maize starch, stearicacid, povidone, potassium : talc, maize starch,pregelatinised maize starch, stearicacid, povidone, potassium sorbate,hypromellose, glycerol triacetate,titanium dioxide, carnauba wax, contains no sugar, lactose,alcohol or wheat is PanadeineUsed for?

2 panadeine provides effectivetemporary relief from strong painand discomfort associated withheadache, muscle pain, period pain,arthritis, neuralgia, migraineheadache, cold & flu, tensionheadache, back pain, toothache,dental procedures and sore and Codeine Phosphateare analgesics. They provideeffective temporary relief from usesPanadeine is only registered for theuses listed above. However, yourdoctor or pharmacist mayrecommend this medicine for anotheruse. If you want more information,ask your doctor or you usePanadeineYou must tell your doctor orpharmacist if:1. You have allergies to:*Any of the ingredients in You have any of theseconditions:*Liver or kidney problems*Depression*Alcoholism*Respirato ry Depression3. You are taking any of thesemedicines:*Any Medicines causing sleepiness*Epilepsy medicationPanadeine may affect the way thesemedicines not use panadeine if:* the expiry date (EXP) printedon the pack has passed.

3 * if the packaging is torn orshows signs of PanadeineHow to take itTablets -Adults & Children over 12 years: 2tablets (maximum 8 in 24 hours)Children 7 to 12 years: 1/2 to 1 tablet(maximum 4 in 24 hours).Take with water every 3 to 4 hours *2 Caplets -Adults and Children over 12 years: 2caplets (maximum 8 in 24 hours).Take with water every 3 to 4 hours Soluble -Adults and Children over 12 years: 1to 2 tablets (maximum 8 in 24hours).Children 7 to 12 years: 1/2 to 1 tablet(maximum 4 in 24 hours)Dissolve in at least half a glass should follow the instructionson the label unless your doctoradvises preparation is for the relief ofminor and temporary ailments andshould be used strictly as use without medicalsupervision could be harmful. Donot give to children below the statedage group except on medical you forget to take itYou may take panadeine as soon asyou remember if you think youneed it. Do not take a double doseto make up for the one you next dose should be taken in3 to 4 hours if you think you your doctor or poisonsinformation centre or go tocasualty at your nearest hospital ifyou think that you or anyone elsehas taken too much panadeine ,even if there are no signs ofdiscomfort or Poisons Information Centresin Australia can be contacted bytelephone on 13 11 you are usingPanadeineDo not take any other medicinescontaining EffectsPanadeine like all Medicines maycause some unwanted side your doctor if you experienceany of the following side effectsand they worry you:Heartburn, nausea, vomiting,constipation, dizziness,drowsiness, skin may worsen the sideeffects of alcohol.

4 Avoid alcoholwhile using using itStorageKeep your tablets or caplets in thepack until it is time to take pack stored in a cool, dryplace where the temperature staysbelow the stated temperature onthe pack. Protect from not store panadeine or anyother medicine in the bathroom ormoist panadeine where youngchildren cannot reach locked cupboard at least one and ahalf metres above the ground is agood place to store not leave panadeine in the caron hot Disposal ofMedicinesIf you stop taking panadeine , askyour pharmacist what to do withany that is left is made in Australia by:GLAXOSMITHKLINECONSUMER HEALTHCAREa division of GlaxoSmithKlineAustralia Pty. Hughes AvenueErmington NSW 2115 INFOLINE: (free call) 1800 028 533 Australian Registration Number:Tablets: AUST R 15478 Caplets: AUST R 75184 Rapid Soluble: AUST R 50138 This leaflet was prepared in and Caplets are RegisteredTrade Marks of the GlaxoSmithKlinegroup of Advice on ManagingStrong PainStrong pain can be debilitating andtherefore effect your concentrationand ability to carry on with everydaytasks.

5 Below is some helpful adviceon additional ways to manage yourstrong Application of gentle heat to thepainful area. This increases theblood flow to the affected area,which works to relieve thesensation of pain and aids thehealing process. Hot waterbottles, hot showers and heatbags can be useful2. Pain as a result of inflammationcan also be treated by theapplication of cold to the affectedarea. Cold packs can often bemore effective in the early stagesof an injury than heat. See yourdoctor or pharmacist for adviceon the best way to treat For some people massage canalso help to increase the bloodflow to an area and contribute toincreasing flexibility of jointsand muscles. Massage oils Practice relaxation are many useful books andcourses available to instruct youon simple, effective techniques.