Almus Ibuprofen and Codeine - 32 Tablets

Ibuprofen and Codeine 200mg/12.8mg Tablets combine two proven pain-relieving ingredients to provide effective short-term relief from acute moderate pain when standard painkillers alone have not provided adequate relief.

Each tablet contains Ibuprofen, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that helps reduce pain, inflammation, and swelling, together with Codeine Phosphate, an opioid analgesic that works on the central nervous system to relieve pain.

These tablets are suitable for the short-term treatment of various painful conditions, including:

• Headaches

• Migraines

• Backache

• Rheumatic pain

• Muscular pain

• Period pain

• Dental pain

• Neuralgia

This medicine is intended for short-term use only and should not be taken for more than 3 consecutive days without medical advice. Prolonged use may increase the risk of dependence, addiction, or medication-overuse headaches.

Adults, Elderly and Children Aged 12 Years and Over

• Take 1–2 tablets with water as required.

• Leave at least 4 hours between doses.

• Do not take more than 6 tablets in any 24-hour period.

• Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration necessary.

• Do not use for more than 3 days unless advised by a healthcare professional.

Children Under 12 Years

• Not suitable for children under 12 years of age.

Important Advice

• Do not exceed the recommended dose.

• Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine.

• Seek medical advice if symptoms persist, worsen, or new symptoms develop.

Active Ingredients (Per Tablet)

• Ibuprofen 200mg

• Codeine Phosphate Hemihydrate 12.8mg

Other Ingredients

• Microcrystalline Cellulose

• Sodium Starch Glycolate

• Pregelatinised Maize Starch

• Hypromellose

Tablet Coating

• Hypromellose

• Titanium Dioxide (E171)

• Talc

Like all medicines, Ibuprofen and Codeine Tablets can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Commonly Reported Side Effects

• Indigestion

• Heartburn

• Nausea

• Stomach discomfort

• Headache

• Skin rash

• Itching

Less Common Side Effects

• Constipation

• Dizziness

• Drowsiness

• Sweating

• Thirst

• Sleep disturbances

• Fast or irregular heartbeat

Serious Side Effects (Seek Immediate Medical Attention)

• Allergic reactions including swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat

• Breathing difficulties

• Severe skin reactions or blistering

• Gastrointestinal bleeding (black stools or vomiting blood)

• Chest pain

• Signs of kidney problems

• Severe abdominal pain with nausea or vomiting

• Meningitis symptoms such as stiff neck and fever

Dependency Warning

This medicine contains codeine and may cause dependence or addiction if used continuously for more than 3 days. Always use exactly as directed.

Warnings and Precautions

• Not suitable during the last 3 months of pregnancy.

• Do not use while breastfeeding.

• Not suitable for children under 12 years.

• Avoid use if allergic to ibuprofen, codeine, aspirin, or other NSAIDs.

• Consult a healthcare professional before use if you have heart, liver, kidney, stomach, or respiratory conditions.

Storage

• Store out of the sight and reach of children.

• Keep in a secure place.

• No special storage conditions are required.

• Do not use after the expiry date shown on the packaging.