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Codral Cold and Flu TM

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.

Active ingredients: phenylephrine + paracetamol, paracetamol, phenylephrine

Brand name

(ARTG)

: CODRAL Cold & Flu tablet blister pack

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

For temporary relief from symptoms of colds and flu, including runny nose, nasal congestion, headache and body aches and pains. Reduces fever.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Tablet, film coated
  • Oral
  • Red-brown film-coated, capsule-shaped tablet embossed with "85" on one face and plain on the other face.

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 30 degrees Celsius
  • Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is Schedule 2 : Pharmacy Medicine.

  • 24 pack
  • 48 pack

We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is Not Scheduled.

  • 10 pack
  • 16 pack
  • 20 pack

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?

(AHT)

For the active ingredient phenylephrine

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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