Co-codamol 30/500 mg

Co-codamol is a pain relieving medication and is formulated from a mixture of codeine and paracetamol. Codeine is an opiate and generally used to treat coughs, pain and diarrhoea. Paracetamol is commonly given to children for pain and fever. It may help to use this combination of medication in cases where everyday pain relievers have not worked.

Together these therapeutics form a highly effective cold and flu remedy alleviating symptoms of fever and runny noses etc. Combination medicines are a great option as they offer the relief of more symptoms by taking fewer pills.

The strength of co-codamol tablets appear as two numbers on the packaging. These two numbers indicate the strength of codeine and paracetamol, respectively. For example, co-codamol 30/500 is an indication that a dose of 30 mg codeine and 500 mg paracetamol is formulated into the tablets. It is now possible to buy co-codamol online in various strengths without a prescription.

What Is Co-codamol Used For?

When you buy co-codamol 30/500 mg you have the added advantage of combining the therapeutic benefits of codeine and paracetamol. Codeine contains codeine phosphate, an ingredient which is known to provide pain relief by altering the way in which the brain responds to pain signals. Paracetamol works similarly.

Additionally, codeine decreases activity in the part of the brain which creates the coughing reflex, whereas paracetamol promotes heat loss and thereby reduces fevers. This loss of heat occurs through sweating and cutaneous vasodilation and hence assists with resetting the hypothalamic thermostat.

Paracetamol also acts as an anti-pyretic (reduces fever) by inhibiting the synthesis of prostaglandin. Prostaglandins are lipid compounds made by nearly all nucleated cells. At a site of tissue damage or infection, these compounds will be produced causing pain and inflammation. Paracetamol inhibits synthesis of these compounds and therefore helps alleviate pain.

Codeine helps to relieve symptoms of an ailment but it does not participate in the treatment thereof. Paracetamol assists to alleviate symptoms as well as treats the cause of pain and fever. Some of the conditions which these tablets may be used for can include:

• Arthritis pain
• Toothache
• Headache
• Menstruation pain
• Muscle pain

Co-codamol Benefits

Pain relief can be attained by a variety of methods but the most commonly used method of pain relief is the use of analgesic medications. The purpose of combining therapeutics can provide the following benefits:

• Achieving a synergistic interaction between the compounds for greater relief/treatment
• A reduction in the intensity of unpleasant side effects
• Sufficient analgesic effects at lower dosages

Opiates are narcotic analgesics which bind to the opioid receptors of the brain, spinal cord and other areas of the body. They are highly effective at providing pain relief but they can be easily misused. In cases where opiates are required, combination analgesics can be beneficial in reducing the amount of opioid required. It is easy to find co-codamol online in dosages with low amounts of codeine.

Co-codamol Dosage Information

• Before you buy co-codamol 30/500, you should always familiarise yourself with the active ingredients contained in the medication (codeine and paracetamol). This will minimise the risk of using more than one type of medicine with the same active ingredient.
• A co-codamol dosage in conjunction with ibuprofen is allowed, but using this pain reliever with another therapeutic which already contains paracetamol, puts you at risk of an overdose. It is therefore not wise to double the co-codamol dosage when you feel you are not getting adequate pain relief.
• Co-codamol 30/500 mg may be used by adults and children over the age of 18 years. This medication is normally taken in tablet or capsule form, but you can also buy co-codamol online as effervescent tablets.
• This medication should be swallowed whole with a drink of water. The effervescent tablets are to be dissolved in a glass of water, prior to being consumed orally.
• Adults above the age of 18 years are advised to take one or two tablets, up to 4 times a day, and within a span of 24 hours. It is recommended that you leave a time gap of at least 6 hours between doses because too much paracetamol may be harmful to the liver. Over a 24-hour period, the maximum dosage is 8 tablets or capsules. The maximum daily dosage of codeine is 240 mg.

Co-codamol Side Effects

The most common co-codamol side effects are constipation, headaches, nausea and sleepiness. These are often mild in severity and can be managed with a few quick tips:

• Constipation: Adding foods which are high in fibre especially soluble, non-fermentable fibre can help with the discomfort of constipation. Laxatives, such as the herbal stool softener senna, can also be an effective option.
• Headaches: In the case of headaches, you should avoid alcohol or foods rich in histamine. It is important to ensure you are properly hydrated as inadequate hydration can further worsen headaches.
• Nausea: Ginger is a popular natural remedy to combat nausea. Peppermint is an aromatherapy, which can also be helpful. Your meals should be small and light when you feel nauseous. They should also be bland in taste so you should avoid sweet, spicy or greasy foods.
• Sleepiness: If you are feeling excessively sleepy during the day, you can try eating a healthy snack to boost your energy levels. By walking and moving around, you can also help alleviate some of the unwanted sleepiness.

Buy Co-codamol Online

In 2019, paracetamol and co-codamol were the top two fastest-selling pain medications respectively. In that year alone, there were approximately 17.3 million items of paracetamol dispensed in England.

If this medication is indeed as popular as indicated, there must be significant efficacy related to the use of approved co-codamol medication. Approximately 38% of adults that participated in a study are reported to be affected by chronic pain on a regular basis, according to 2020 statistics. Many of these people endure the discomfort associated with chronic pain unnecessarily, as there are effective medications such as co-codamol available through convenient and trusted online pharmacies like ours.

You can buy co-codamol online easily and without a prescription via our secure website. Whether you are using it to treat the periodic headache or more frequently for migraines, back pain, or toothache we can accommodate your individual requirements.