Syndol Headache Tablets 100s

Syndol Headache Relief Tablet is used for Fatigue, Drowsiness, Bronchopulmonary dysplasia in premature infants, Cerebral palsy, Apnea of prematurity, Orthostatic hypotension, Relief of mild to moderately severe pain, Headache, Toothache, Ear pain and other conditions.

It is not fully understood how paracetamol produces these effects. Codeine belongs to group of medicines called opioids. Opioids mimic the effects of naturally occurring pain reducing chemicals (endorphins) that are found in the brain and spinal cord. They act on the opioid receptors in the brain and block the transmission of pain signals. Therefore, even though the cause of the pain may remain, less pain is actually felt.

Caffeine is a weak stimulant. It is thought that the addition of caffeine may enhance the analgesic effects of paracetamol and codeine.

Doxylamine is a sedating anti-histamine. It acts by blocking the action of histamine which is a chemical released when an allergic response occurs.

Histamine is the chemical in the body that causes the symptoms of an allergic reaction. These can include inflammation of the skin, airways or tissues, rashes, itching of the skin, eyes or nose, nasal congestion and narrowing of the airways. By blocking the actions of histamine, doxylamine prevents and relieves the typical symptoms of an allergic reaction. Sedation is a common effect of doxylamine. As a result it is commonly used in pain relief preparations to encourage sleep. This medicine is used for the treatment of mild to moderate pain and to reduce a high temperature.

WHAT IS SYNDOL USED FOR?

• Abdominal pain associated with menstrual periods
• Fever (pyrexia)
• Headache
• Migraine
• Mild to moderate pain
• Pain following surgery
• Pain in the muscles and bones (musculoskeletal pain)
• Rheumatic pain
• Severe throbbing or stabbing pain along a nerve and in the area supplied by the nerve (neuralgia)
• Sore throats
• Toothache
• Composition: Paracetamol 450mg; Codeine phosphate 10mg; Doylamine Succinate 5mg; Caffeine 30mg

FORMULATION INGREDIENTS & STRENGTH

 

Each tablet contains:

	Paracetamol	450 mg
	Codeine Phosphate	10 mg
	Caffeine	45 mg
	Doxylamine Succinate	5 mg

Also contains E110 (sunset yellow), E104 (quinoline yellow) and lactose monohydrate

INDICATIONS

For the short term treatment of acute moderate pain where other pain killers have not worked. Do not take less than four hours after taking other pain killers. For tension headaches, migraines, muscular pains and tension.

• If you need to take this medicine continuously for more than three days you should see your doctor or pharmacist
• This medicine contains codeine which can cause addiction if you take it continuously for more than three days. If you take this medicine for headaches for more than three days it can make them worse

DOSAGE

• Route of administration: Oral
• Adults and Children over 12 years:
• One or two tablets every four to six hours as needed for relief. Total dosage over a 24 hour period should not normally exceed eight tablets.
• Do not take for more than 3 days continuously without medical review.
• Codeine should be used with caution in the elderly and debilitated patients as they may be more susceptible to the respiratory depressant effects.

CAUTION

As with any product that contain doxylamine succinate and/or codeine, do not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking it, consume clear fluids to help prevent constipation and dehydration, and remember that codeine is a narcotic and is habit forming and should not be taken for prolong periods of time.