Brand name: Paracetamol and Codeine Phosphate 500/30 (GH) ^TM

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Active ingredients: paracetamol + codeine

Drug class: Opioid Pain Relief Medicines

This medicine is classified as an opioid. The use of opioids comes with side effects including life-threatening breathing problems and the risk of abuse, misuse, and addiction. They should be taken with care. To find out more about opioid medicines and alternatives for managing pain, visit the healthdirect opioid medicines and pain hub.

What it is used for

Paracetamol/Codeine GH 500/30 is indicated for the short-term management of severe pain for which other treatment options have failed, are contraindicated, not tolerated or are otherwise inappropriate to provide sufficient management of pain.

How to take it

The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.

Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Shelf lifetime is 5 Years.

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.

Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Visual appearance

White to off-white, capsule shaped tablets, marked "P" and "F" either side of a scoreline on one side and plain on the other. Dimensions: 17.46 x 7.14 x 6.05mm.

view of Paracetamol and Codeine Phosphate 500/30 (GH)

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Do I need a prescription?

This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

Is this medicine subsidised?

This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on July 1, 2023. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.