THAT CONTAINS CODEINE?...codeine medicines. There are alternatives available that carry less risk...
Transcript of THAT CONTAINS CODEINE?...codeine medicines. There are alternatives available that carry less risk...
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DO YOU USE CODEINE?
What should you do?Discuss with your doctor or pharmacist the best options for your ongoing treatment.
For more information visitwww.health.qld.gov.au/codeine-changes
From 1 February 2018, medicines containing codeine will only be available with a prescription from your doctor.
What medicines are affected?
Why is this change happening? There are risks associated with the long term use of over-the-counter codeine medicines. There are alternatives available that carry less risk and are equally effective in the treatment of pain, cold and flu.
Painkillers such as: • Panadeine • Nurofen Plus • Mersyndol• Pharmacy generic brand
pain relief products
Some cold and flu medicines including:• Certain day/night products • Pharmacy generic brand
cold and flu products
1 FEBRUARY
2018
A MEDICINE THAT CONTAINS