Propofan 400 mg / 20 mg / 62.5 mg

Indication

Moderate to severe pain, including headache and migraine, not relieved by paracetamol alone.

Ingredients

• Paracetamol 400 mg
• Codeine phosphate 20 mg
• Caffeine 62.5 mg

Direction

Prescription only. Adults: 1 to 2 capsules per dose, 2 to 3 times a day, at least 4 hours apart; maximum 6 capsules per day. Swallow with water.

Side effects

• Constipation
• nausea
• vomiting
• drowsiness
• dizziness.
• Nervousness
• palpitations or insomnia (caffeine).
• Allergic skin reactions
• liver damage in overdose
• dependence with prolonged use.
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist if unsure
• stop use and seek advice if an allergic reaction occurs.

Precautions

• Contains codeine: do not use in children under 12
• breastfeeding women
• respiratory insufficiency or severe liver disease.
• May cause drowsiness: avoid alcohol and driving
• do not take with other paracetamol products.
• Keep to the prescribed doses
• avoid in pregnancy unless prescribed.
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist if unsure
• stop use and seek advice if an allergic reaction occurs.