Solpadeine - 16 Soluble Tablets

Solpadeine Plus Soluble Tablets are an effervescent (soluble) pain relief medicine for the short-term relief of moderate pain when paracetamol or ibuprofen alone have not worked.

Each soluble tablet contains a triple-ingredient combination:

• Paracetamol 500mg (pain relief)
• Codeine phosphate hemihydrate 8mg (opioid pain relief)
• Caffeine 30mg (helps enhance the pain-relieving effect)

Suitable for short-term relief of: migraine, headache, dental pain, period pain, strains & sprains, backache, rheumatic pain and sciatica.

Important: This medicine contains codeine, which can cause addiction if taken continuously for more than 3 days. Taking painkillers too often for headaches can make headaches worse. 

Always read the enclosed leaflet before use. Dissolve tablets in water before taking.

Adults and children aged 12 years and over

• Dissolve 2 tablets in a full tumbler of water (200ml) and take every 4 hours as needed.
• Do not take more often than every 4 hours.
• Max 8 tablets in 24 hours.
• Do not take for more than 3 days. If pain does not improve, speak to a pharmacist or doctor.

Avoid excess caffeine (e.g., coffee/tea/energy drinks) while taking this product, as high caffeine intake may cause sleep problems, shaking, or an uncomfortable feeling in the chest.

Active ingredients (per soluble tablet):

• Paracetamol 500mg
• Codeine phosphate hemihydrate 8mg
• Caffeine 30mg

Other ingredients:

Sodium bicarbonate, sorbitol powder (E420), saccharin sodium, sodium lauryl sulfate, citric acid, sodium carbonate, polyvinylpyrrolidone, silicone fluid.

Sodium content: Each tablet dose contains 854mg sodium (relevant if on a controlled sodium diet). 

Do not take if:

• Allergic to paracetamol, caffeine, codeine, other opioid painkillers, or any ingredients.
• Taking any other medicines containing paracetamol or codeine.
• Under 12 years (risk of severe breathing problems).
• Breastfeeding.
• For pain relief in children/adolescents after tonsil/adenoid removal for obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome.
• If you know you metabolise codeine very rapidly to morphine.

Speak to a pharmacist/doctor before use if you:

Have liver or kidney disease, bowel problems (including blockage), have had your gall bladder removed, have sugar intolerance (contains sorbitol), or are on a controlled sodium diet.

If pregnant, seek advice before use.

Driving and alcohol

May cause sleepiness or dizziness. Do not drive if affected. Avoid alcohol and other medicines that can make you drowsy (e.g., sedatives/antidepressants), unless advised by a healthcare professional.

Addiction / overuse warning (codeine)

• Do not use for more than 3 days. Continuous use can lead to dependence and withdrawal when stopping.
• Overuse for headaches can make headaches worse.

Possible side effects (can occur)

Constipation may occur.

Stop and seek medical advice if you get severe abdominal pain, nausea/vomiting (especially after gall bladder removal), or signs of serious reaction.

Report suspected side effects via the Yellow Card Scheme.

Overdose warning (urgent)

Seek immediate medical advice if too much is taken, even if you feel well, because paracetamol overdose can cause delayed, serious liver damage.