Who can take co-dydramol
Most adults and children aged 12 years old and over can take co-dydramol.
Who may not be able to take co-dydramol
Co-dydramol is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor before starting to take this medicine if you:
- have ever had an allergic reaction to co-dydramol, paracetamol, dihydrocodeine or any other medicine
- have any problems with your digestion, such as IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) or Crohn's disease
- have lung problems, asthma or other breathing difficulties
- have a head injury
- have adrenal insufficiency
- have a condition that causes seizures or fits
- have an underactive thyroid
- regularly drink more than the maximum recommended amount of alcohol (14 units a week, spread across 3 days or more)
- have liver or kidney problems
- have myasthenia gravis, a rare condition that causes muscle weakness
- are trying to become pregnant, are already pregnant or are breastfeeding
- are under 18 years old and have had your tonsils or adenoids taken out because of obstructive sleep apnoea
Important
Do not give co-dydramol to a child under 12 years old unless a doctor has prescribed it.