Paramol Tablets (Pack of 24) · Online Uk Pharmacy

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Paramol Tablets (Pack of 24)

How old are you? 18 or over Under 18

Codeine-containing painkillers are not supplied to under-18s through this service.

Who is this medicine for? Myself Someone else

For safety, codeine-containing medicines can only be supplied to the verified account holder for their own use - they cannot be bought on behalf of someone else.

What is your biological sex?

We ask because it affects some safety checks (for example pregnancy).

Female Male

What are you using this medicine for? Short-term, acute pain (e.g. headache, dental, period, muscular) Long-term or ongoing pain

OTC codeine is for short-term acute pain only and is not suitable for long-term pain. Please speak to your GP.

This medicine is for short-term pain not relieved by paracetamol, ibuprofen or aspirin alone. Have you already tried one of those? Yes No

Have you used this or another codeine or opioid painkiller (for example dihydrocodeine) in the last few weeks?

We ask to help prevent dependence, which can develop quickly with these medicines.

No Yes, once or occasionally Yes, regularly or most days

Regular or repeated use of OTC codeine can cause dependence. A pharmacist will review this before supply.

Have you taken an over-the-counter codeine medicine for longer than three days in a row recently? No Yes

These medicines should not be used for more than three days without medical advice, because of the risk of dependence.

Have you ever had a problem with dependence on painkillers, other medicines, or other substances? No Yes

Are you pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding? No Yes

Codeine is generally avoided in pregnancy and breastfeeding. A pharmacist will review this.

Do you have any of these: breathing problems, a recent head injury, bowel problems or blockage, or liver or kidney problems? No, none of these Yes, one or more

Are you taking any other medicine that contains paracetamol (including other painkillers or cold/flu remedies)? No Yes / not sure

Taking more than one paracetamol-containing product at a time can cause a dangerous overdose. A pharmacist will check this.

Are you taking any other medicines that cause drowsiness, sedatives, sleeping tablets, or other opioid painkillers? No Yes

Do you understand that this medicine can be addictive, should be used for no more than three days, that you must not take other paracetamol products with it, and that you should see your doctor if pain continues? Yes, I understand No

We can only supply if you understand the addiction risk, the three-day limit, and the paracetamol overdose risk.