Padéryl 19.5 mg

Indication

Paderyl is used for the symptomatic treatment of a dry, irritating (non-productive) cough in adults. Codeine acts centrally to suppress the cough reflex.

Ingredients

• Codeine phosphate hemihydrate 19.5 mg (equivalent to 15.22 mg codeine) per coated tablet

Direction

For oral use in adults. Take as directed by a doctor or pharmacist, usually one coated tablet up to several times per day according to the prescribed dose. Do not exceed the prescribed dose. Read the enclosed leaflet before use.

Side effects

• Constipation
• Nausea or vomiting
• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Risk of dependence with prolonged or high
• dose use
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use
• stop if irritation or allergy occurs

Precautions

• Contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Do not use in children
• Avoid alcohol
• may impair ability to drive or operate machinery
• Risk of dependence
• do not use longer than directed
• Use with caution in patients with respiratory insufficiency
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use
• stop if irritation or allergy occurs