Codeine Linctus

WHAT CODEINE LINCTUS IS AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR

This medicine has been prescribed for you to help you stop coughing, especially if you have a non-productive cough. Where to buy Codeine Linctus B.P Cough Syrup (Pinewood, Care & Bells) online in UK.

It contains the active codeine which belongs to a class of medicines called opioids.

This medicine has been prescribed to you and should not be given to anyone else.

Opioids can cause addiction and you may get withdrawal symptoms if you stop taking it suddenly. Your prescriber should have explained how long you will be taking it for and when it is appropriate to stop, how to do this safely.

2. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU TAKE CODEINE LINCTUS Do not take Codeine Linctus if you:

• are allergic (hypersensitive) to Codeine or any of the other ingredients listed (see Section 6 and end of Section 2) • have liver disease
• have breathing problems (i.e. ventilatory failure)
• know that you metabolise very rapidly codeine into morphine

• are breast-feeding
• are under 12 years old.

Adolescents older than 12 years of age

Codeine is not recommended in adolescents with compromised respiratory function for the treatment of cough. Where to buy Codeine Linctus B.P Cough Syrup (Pinewood, Care & Bells) online in UK.

Warnings and precautions

Talk to your prescriber before taking this medicine if you:

• are or have ever been addicted to opioids, alcohol, prescription medicines, or illegal drugs.
• have previously suffered from withdrawal symptoms such as agitation, anxiety, shaking or sweating, when you have stopped taking alcohol or drugs.
• feel you need to take more of Codeine Linctus to get the same level of relief, this may mean you are becoming tolerant to the effects of this medicine or are becomingaddicted to it. Speak to your prescriber who will discuss your treatment and may change your dose or switch you to an alternative medicine.Taking this medicine regularly, particularly for a long time, can lead to addiction. Your prescriber should have explained how long you will be taking it for and when it is appropriate to stop, how to do this safely.

  Rarely, increasing the dose of this medicine can make you more sensitive to pain. If this happens, you need to speak to your prescriber about your treatment. Where to buy Codeine Linctus B.P Cough Syrup (Pinewood, Care & Bells) online in UK.

  Addiction can cause withdrawal symptoms when you stop taking this medicine. Withdrawal symptoms can include restlessness, difficulty sleeping, irritability, agitation, anxiety, feeling your heartbeat (palpitations), increased blood pressure, feeling or being sick, diarrhoea, loss of appetite, shaking, shivering or sweating. Your prescriber will discuss with you how to gradually reduce your dose before stopping the medicine. It is important that you do not stop taking the medicine suddenly as you will be more likely to experience withdrawal symptoms.

  Opioids should only be used by those they are prescribed for. Do not give your medicine to anyone else. Taking higher doses or more frequent doses of opioid, may increase the risk of addiction. Overuse and misuse can lead to overdose and/or death.

  3. HOW TO TAKE CODEINE LINCTUS

  Your prescriber should have discussed with you, how long the course of treatment will last. They will arrange a plan for stopping treatment. This will outline how to gradually reduce the dose and stop taking the medicine. Where to buy Codeine Linctus B.P Cough Syrup (Pinewood, Care & Bells) online in UK.

  Always take the product exactly as your doctor has told you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.

  Only to be taken by mouth. The recommended dose is:

  Adults
  Elderly or weak patients Adolescents (12 to 18 years) Children (under 12 years)

  Do not exceed the stated dose.

  One to two 5 ml spoonfuls 3 – 4 times daily Dosage should be reduced
  One to two 5 ml spoonfuls 3 – 4 times daily
  Not for use in children under the age of 12 years

  If you take more Codeine Linctus than you should

  If you or someone else takes too much Codeine Linctus, you should contact your doctor or pharmacist who will recommend what action you should take.

  If you forget to take Codeine Linctus
  If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember and take any remaining doses for that day at evenly spaced times. Do not take a double dose to make up for the forgotten dose. Where to buy Codeine Linctus B.P Cough Syrup (Pinewood, Care & Bells) online in UK.

  If you stop taking Codeine Linctus

  Do not suddenly stop taking this medicine. If you want to stop taking this medicine, discuss this with your prescriber first. They will tell you how to do this, usually by reducing the dose gradually so that any unpleasant withdrawal effects are kept to a minimum. Withdrawal symptoms such as restlessness, difficulty sleeping, irritability, agitation, anxiety, feeling your heartbeat (palpitations), increased blood pressure, feeling or being sick, diarrhoea, shaking, shivering or sweating may occur if you suddenly stop taking this medicine.

  If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

  4. POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS

  Like all medicines, Codeine Linctus can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

  STOP using Codeine Linctus and seek advice from your doctor if you experience a rare allergic reaction, including skin rashes, swollen face, lips, tongue, difficulty breathing, increased sensitivity to light, inflammation of the blood vessels, fever or shock. Where to buy Codeine Linctus B.P Cough Syrup (Pinewood, Care & Bells) online in UK.

  Side effects which may occur include: • nausea, vomiting, constipation
  • loss of appetite
  • flushing of face

  • slow or shallow breathing
  • difficulty coughing up mucous or saliva (particularly in patients with chronic bronchitis and bronchiectasis) • dependence and addiction (frequency unknown) (see section “How do I know if I am addicted?”).

  Drug Withdrawal
  When you stop taking Codeine Linctus, you may experience drug withdrawal symptoms, which include restlessness, difficulty sleeping, irritability, agitation, anxiety, feeling your heartbeat (palpitations), increased blood pressure, feeling or being sick, diarrhoea, shaking, shivering or sweating.

  How do I know if I am addicted?

  If you notice any of the following signs whilst taking Codeine Linctus, it could be a sign that you have become addicted. – You need to take the medicine for longer than advised by your prescriber. Where to buy Codeine Linctus B.P Cough Syrup (Pinewood, Care & Bells) online in UK.
  – You feel you need to use more than the recommended dose
  – You are using the medicine for reasons other than prescribed

  – When you stop taking the medicine you feel unwell, and you feel better once taking the medicine again

  If you notice any of these signs, it is important you talk to your prescriber.

  Reporting of side effects

  If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store.
  By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

  5. HOW TO STORE CODEINE LINCTUS

  Keep in the original container in order to protect from light. Do not use this product after the expiry date which is stated on the bottle.
  The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
  Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment. Where to buy Codeine Linctus B.P Cough Syrup (Pinewood, Care & Bells) online in UK