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Brand name: Painstop for Children Day-Time Pain Reliever TM
Active ingredients: paracetamol + codeine
What it is used for
For the temporary relief of acute moderate pain when paracetamol alone is not sufficient in patients over the age of 12 years (see also CONTRAINDICATIONS and Paediatric use).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Do not Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 30 Months.
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
Clear colourless to pale brownish solution
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
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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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