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In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.

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Coversyl Arginine

COVERSYL ARGININE 2.5 mg Tablets

COVERSYL ARGININE 5 mg Tablets

COVERSYL ARGININE 10 mg Tablets

perindopril arginine

Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine.

• Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.


• If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.


• This medicine has been prescribed for you. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.


• If any of the side effects get serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.

In this leaflet:

• 1. What COVERSYL ARGININE is and what it is used for


• 2. Before you take COVERSYL ARGININE


• 3. How to take COVERSYL ARGININE


• 4. Possible side effects


• 5. How to store COVERSYL ARGININE


• 6. Further information

What Coversyl Arginine Is And What It Is Used For

COVERSYL ARGININE is an angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor. These work by widening the blood vessels, which makes it easier for your heart to pump blood through them.

COVERSYL ARGININE is used:

• to treat high blood pressure (hypertension),


• to treat heart failure (a condition where the heart is unable to pump enough blood to meet the body’s needs),


• to reduce the risk of cardiac events, such as heart attack, in patients with stable coronary artery disease (a condition where the blood supply to the heart is reduced or blocked) and who have already had a heart attack and/or an operation to improve the blood supply to the heart by widening the vessels that supply it.

Before You Take Coversyl Arginine

Do not take COVERSYL ARGININE

• if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to perindopril, to any other ACE inhibitor or to any of the other ingredients of COVERSYL ARGININE,


• if you are more than 3 months pregnant. (It is also better to avoid COVERSYL ARGININE in early pregnancy – see pregnancy section.),


• if you have experienced symptoms such as wheezing, swelling of the face, tongue or throat, intense itching or severe skin rashes with previous ACE inhibitor treatment or if you or a member of your family have had these symptoms in any other circumstances (a condition
  called angioedema).

Take special care with COVERSYL ARGININE

If any of the following apply to you please talk to your doctor before taking COVERSYL ARGININE:

• if you have aortic stenosis (narrowing of the main blood vessel leading from the heart) or hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (heart muscle disease) or renal artery stenosis (narrowing of the artery supplying the kidney with blood),


• if you have any other heart problems,


• if you have liver problems,


• if you have kidney problems or if you are receiving dialysis,


• if you suffer from a collagen vascular disease (disease of the connective tissue) such as systemic lupus erythematosus or scleroderma,


• if you have diabetes,


• if you are on a salt restricted diet or use salt substitutes which contain potassium,


• if you are to undergo anaesthesia and/or major surgery,


• if you are to undergo LDL apheresis (which is removal of cholesterol from your blood by a machine),


• if you are going to have desensitisation treatment to reduce the effects of an allergy to bee or wasp stings,


• if you have recently suffered from diarrhoea or vomiting, or are dehydrated,


• if you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars.

You must tell your doctor if you think that you are (or might become) pregnant. COVERSYL ARGININE is not recommended in early pregnancy, and must not be taken if you are more than 3 months pregnant, as it may cause serious harm to your baby if used at that stage (see pregnancy section).

COVERSYL ARGININE is not recommended for use in children and adolescents.

Taking other medicines

Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.

Treatment with COVERSYL ARGININE can be affected by other medicines. These include:

• other medicines for high blood pressure, including diuretics (medicines which increase the amount of urine produced by the kidneys),


• potassium-sparing diuretics (spironolactone, triamterene, amiloride), potassium supplements or potassium-containing salt substitutes,


• lithium for mania or depression,


• non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (e.g. ibuprofen) for pain relief or high dose aspirin,


• medicines to treat diabetes (such as insulin or metformin),


• medicines to treat mental disorders such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia etc (e.g. tricyclic antidepressants, antipsychotics),


• immunosuppressants (medicines which reduce the defence mechanism of the body) used for the treatment of auto-immune disorders or following transplant surgery (e.g. ciclosporin),


• allopurinol (for the treatment of gout),


• procainamide (for the treatment of an irregular heart beat),


• vasodilators including nitrates (products that make the blood vessels become wider),


• heparin (medicines used to thin blood),


• medicines used for the treatment of low blood pressure, shock or asthma (e.g. ephedrine, noradrenaline or adrenaline).

Taking COVERSYL ARGININE with food and drink

It is preferable to take COVERSYL ARGININE before a meal.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.

Pregnancy

You must tell your doctor if you think that you are (or might become) pregnant. Your doctor will normally advise you to stop taking COVERSYL ARGININE before you become pregnant or as soon as you know you are pregnant and will advise you to take another medicine instead of COVERSYL ARGININE. COVERSYL ARGININE is not recommended in early pregnancy, and must not be taken when more than 3 months pregnant, as it may cause serious harm to your baby if used after the third month of pregnancy.

Breast-feeding

Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding or about to start breast-feeding. COVERSYL ARGININE is not recommended for mothers who are breast-feeding, and your doctor may choose another treatment for you if you wish to breast-feed, especially if your baby is newborn, or was born prematurely.

Driving and using machines

COVERSYL ARGININE usually does not affect alertness but dizziness or weakness due to low blood pressure may occur in certain patients. If you are affected in this way, your ability to drive or to operate machinery may be impaired.

Important information about some of the ingredients of COVERSYL ARGININE

COVERSYL ARGININE contains lactose. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicinal product.

How To Take Coversyl Arginine

Always take COVERSYL ARGININE exactly as your doctor has told you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.

Swallow your tablet with a glass of water, preferably at the same time each day, in the morning, before a meal. Your doctor will decide on the correct dose for you.

The usual dosages are as follows:

High blood pressure: the usual starting and maintenance dose is 5 mg once daily. After one month, this can be increased to 10 mg once a day if required. 10 mg a day is the maximum recommended dose for high blood pressure.

If you are 65 or older, the usual starting dose is 2.5 mg once a day. After a month this can be increased to 5 mg once a day and then if necessary to 10 mg once daily.

Heart failure: the usual starting dose is 2.5 mg once daily. After two weeks, this can be increased to 5 mg once a day, which is the maximum recommended dose for heart failure.

Stable coronary artery disease: the usual starting dose is 5 mg once daily. After two weeks, this can be increased to 10 mg once daily, which is the maximum recommended dose in this indication.

If you are 65 or older, the usual starting dose is 2.5 mg once a day. After a week this can be increased to 5 mg once a day and after a further week to 10 mg once daily.

If you take more COVERSYL ARGININE than you should

If you take too many tablets, contact your nearest accident and emergency department or tell your doctor immediately. The most likely effect in case of overdose is low blood pressure which can make you feel dizzy or faint. If this happens, lying down with the legs raised can help.

If you forget to take COVERSYL ARGININE

It is important to take your medicine every day as regular treatment works better. However, if you forget to take a dose of COVERSYL ARGININE, take the next dose at the usual time. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.

If you stop taking COVERSYL ARGININE

As the treatment with COVERSYL ARGININE is usually life-long, you should discuss with your doctor before stopping this medicinal product.

If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Coversyl Arginine Side Effects

Like all medicines, COVERSYL ARGININE can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

If you experience any of the following, stop taking the medicinal product at once and tell your doctor immediately:

• swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue or throat, difficulty in breathing,


• severe dizziness or fainting,


• unusual fast or irregular heart beat.

In decreasing order of frequency, side effects can include:

• Common (occur in fewer than 1 in 10 users but in more than 1 in 100 users): headache, dizziness, vertigo, pins and needles, vision disturbances, tinnitus (sensation of noises in the ears), light-headedness due to low blood pressure, cough, shortness of breath, gastrointestinal disorders (nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, taste disturbances, dyspepsia or difficulty of digestion, diarrhoea, constipation), allergic reactions (such as skin rashes, itching), muscle cramps, feeling of tiredness,


• Uncommon (occur in fewer than 1 in 100 users but in more than 1 in 1000 users): mood swings, sleep disturbances, bronchospasm (tightening of the chest, wheezing and shortness of breath), dry mouth, angioedema (symptoms such as wheezing, swelling of the face, tongue or throat, intense itching or severe skin rashes), kidney problems, impotence, sweating,


• Very rare (occur in fewer than 1 in 10,000 users): confusion, cardiovascular disorders (irregular heart beat, angina, heart attack and stroke), eosinophilic pneumonia (a rare type of pneumonia), rhinitis (blocked up or runny nose), erythema multiforme, disorders of the blood, pancreas or liver,


• In case of diabetic patients, hypoglycaemia (very low blood sugar level) can occur,


• Vasculitis (inflammation of blood vessels) have been reported.

If any of the side effects get serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.

How To Store Coversyl Arginine

Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

Do not use COVERSYL ARGININE after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and bottle.

The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.

Keep the bottle tightly closed in order to protect from moisture.

Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.

Further Information

What COVERSYL ARGININE contains

• The active substance is perindopril arginine. One film-coated tablet contains 1.6975 mg perindopril (corresponding to 2.5 mg perindopril arginine), or 3.395 mg perindopril (corresponding to 5 mg perindopril arginine), or 6.790 mg perindopril (corresponding to 10 mg perindopril arginine).


• The other ingredients in the tablet core are: lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, hydrophobic colloidal silica, sodium starch glycolate (type A), and in the tablet film-coating: glycerol, hypromellose, macrogol 6000, magnesium stearate, titanium dioxide and for the 5 mg and 10 mg tablets copper chlorophyllin.

What COVERSYL ARGININE looks like and contents of the pack

COVERSYL ARGININE 2.5 mg tablets are white, round, convex, film coated tablets.

COVERSYL ARGININE 5 mg tablets are light-green, rod-shaped film-coated tablets engraved with the Servier logo on one face and scored on both edges.

COVERSYL ARGININE 10 mg tablets are green, round, biconvex, film-coated tablets engraved with a heart on one face and the Servier logo on the other face.

The tablets are available in box of 5, 10, 14, 20, 30, 50, 60 (60 or 2 containers of 30), 90 (90 or 3 containers of 30), 100 (100 or 2 containers of 50), 120 (120 or 4 containers of 30) or 500 tablets (500 or 10 containers of 50).

Not all pack sizes may be marketed.

Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer

Marketing Authorisation Holder

Les Laboratoires Servier

22, rue Garnier

92200 Neuilly-sur-Seine

France

Local contact:

Servier Laboratories Ltd.

Gallions

Wexham Springs

Framewood Road

Wexham Slough

SL3 6RJ

Manufacturer

Servier (Ireland) Industries Ltd

Gorey Road

Arklow - Co. Wicklow

Ireland

This leaflet was last revised in December 2009

Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate

Pronunciation: pree-NATE-al VYE-ta-mins
Generic Name: Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate
Brand Name: Prenate Elite

Accidental overdose of products that contain iron is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children younger than 6 years old. Keep this and all medicines out of the reach of children. In case of accidental ingestion, call the poison control center or doctor at once.

Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate is used for:

Treating or preventing a lack of vitamins or minerals before, during, and after pregnancy and while breast-feeding. It may also be used for treating and preventing certain conditions as determined by your doctor.

Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate is a vitamin and mineral combination. It provides vitamins and minerals to the body to help meet nutritional requirements.

Do NOT use Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate


• you have high blood iron levels, hemochromatosis (an iron metabolism problem), or Wilson disease (a copper metabolism problem)

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate:

Some medical conditions may interact with Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding


• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement


• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances


• if you have stomach or intestinal problems (eg, colitis, Crohn disease, diverticulitis), blood problems (eg, anemia, porphyria, thalassemia), bleeding problems (eg, hemophilia), peptic ulcer, or kidney stones


• if you have had multiple blood transfusions

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Oral anticoagulants (eg, warfarin) because the risk of bleeding may be increased by Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate


• Cation exchange resins (eg, sodium polystyrene sulfonate) because severe side effects may occur


• Acitretin or fluorouracil because their actions and the risk of their side effects may be increased by Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate


• Doxycycline, hydantoins (eg, phenytoin), mycophenolate, penicillamine, or thyroid hormones (eg, levothyroxine) because their effectiveness may be decreased by Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate.

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate:

Use Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Check with your doctor or pharmacist to see if you should take Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate with food or on an empty stomach. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.


• Take Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate by mouth with a full glass of water.


• Avoid taking Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate with dairy products; they may interfere with the absorption of the iron in Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate.


• If you also take antacids, azole antifungals (eg, ketoconazole), bisphosphonates (eg, alendronate), cephalosporins (eg, cefdinir), dabigatran, eltrombopag, methyldopa, quinolones (eg, levofloxacin), or tetracyclines (eg, minocycline), check with your doctor or pharmacist to see how you should take them with Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate.


• If you miss a dose of Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate.

Important safety information:

• Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate may darken the stools. This is normal and not a cause for concern.


• Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate has iron in it. Iron overdose is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children younger than 6 years of age. Keep this product out of the reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately.


• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate is intended for use during pregnancy. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate, check with your doctor.

Possible side effects of Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Constipation; darkened or green stools; diarrhea; nausea; stomach upset; vomiting.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); black, tarry stools; blood or streaks of blood in the stools; stomach pain or cramping.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include black, tarry stools; chest pain; lack of feeling alert; loss of balance; seizure; severe nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or stomach pain; shortness of breath; sluggishness; trouble breathing; unusual tiredness or weakness; unusually pale skin; weak pulse.

Proper storage of Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate:

Store Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.


• Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.


• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.


• Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Prenatal Multivitamins and Minerals with Iron, Folic Acid, and L-Methylfolate. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

Issue Date: February 1, 2012

Database Edition 12.1.1.002

Copyright © 2012 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.

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Boots Paracetamol and Codeine Tablets

Boots Paracetamol and Codeine Tablets

Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you.

This medicine is available without prescription to treat minor conditions. However, you still need to take it carefully to get the best results from it.

• This medicine can only be used for the short term treatment of acute moderate pain such as headache, migraine, toothache, period pain and rheumatic pains including muscle pains and backache that is not relieved by aspirin, ibuprofen or paracetamol alone


• You should only take this product for a maximum of 3 days at a time. If you need to take it for longer than 3 days you should see your doctor or pharmacist for advice


• This medicine contains codeine which can cause addiction if you take it continuously for more than 3 days. This can give you withdrawal symptoms from the medicine when you stop taking it


• If you take this medicine for headaches for more than 3 days it can make them worse


• Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again


• Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice

What this medicine is for

This medicine contains two painkillers, Paracetamol and Codeine, which act to relieve pain.

It can be used for the short term treatment of acute moderate pain such as headache, migraine, toothache, period pain and rheumatic pains including muscle pains and backache that is not relieved by aspirin, ibuprofen or paracetamol alone.

Before you take this medicine

• This medicine contains codeine which can cause addiction if you take it continuously for more than 3 days. This can give you withdrawal symptoms from the medicine when you stop taking it


• If you take a painkiller for headaches from more than 3 days it can make them worse

This medicine can be taken by adults and children aged 12 years and over. However, some people should not take this medicine or should seek the advice of their pharmacist or doctor first.

Do not take:

• If you are allergic to any of the ingredients


• If you are having an asthma attack


• If you have liver disease


• If you have a head injury or a condition where there is raised pressure to the head


• If you have problems with your metabolism, or stomach problems


• If you suffer from alcoholism


• If you are under 12 years of age


• If you are pregnant

Talk to your pharmacist or doctor:

• If you have kidney or other liver problems (including alcoholic liver disease)


• If you have asthma or other breathing problems (see above)


• If you have low blood pressure, underactive thyroid, hormone imbalance


• If you are in shock, or have convulsive disorders


• If you have difficulty in passing urine


• If you are addicted to drugs, or have been in the past


• If you have difficulty moving around


• If you are a man with prostate problems

You can take this medicine if you are breastfeeding.

Other important information

If you are having any blood tests, stomach tests, or go into hospital, tell your doctor that you are taking this medicine.

Driving and using machines: Do not drive or use machines if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking this medicine.

Do not drink alcohol (wine, beer, spirits) whilst taking this medicine.

Information about some of the ingredients: Ethyl hydroxybenzoate (E214), methyl hydroxybenzoate (E218) and propyl hydroxybenzoate (E216) in this medicine may cause allergic reactions.

If you take other medicines

This medicine contains paracetamol.

Do not take with any other paracetamol-containing products.

Before you take these tablets, make sure that you tell your pharmacist about ANY other medicines you might be using at the same time, particularly the following:

• Diflunisal (another painkiller)


• Metoclopramide or domperidone (for feeling sick)


• Colestyramine (to reduce blood fat levels)


• Warfarin or other blood thinners


• Oral contraceptives


• Carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin or primidone (for epilepsy)


• Probenecid (for gout), isoniazid (an antibiotic), mexiletine or quinidine (for heart rhythm problems)


• Tricyclic antidepressants, tranquillisers, anxiolytics, sleeping tablets


• Medicines for diarrhoea (e.g. loperamide), cimetidine (for stomach ulcers)

If you are unsure about interactions with any other medicines, talk to your pharmacist. This includes medicines prescribed by your doctor and medicine you have bought for yourself, including herbal and homeopathic remedies.

How to take this medicine

Check the foil is not broken before use. If it is, do not take that tablet.

Adults and children of 12 years and over: Take one or two tablets every 4 to 6 hours.

Don’t take more than 8 tablets in 24 hours.

If you have liver or kidney problems your doctor may tell you to take fewer tablets. If this applies to you follow your doctor’s instructions.

Swallow each tablet with water.

Do not take for more than 3 days. If you need to use this medicine for more than 3 days you must speak to your doctor or pharmacist.

Do not give to children under 12 years.

Do not take more than the amount recommended above.

If symptoms do not go away talk to your doctor.

If you take too many tablets: Immediate medical advice should be sought in the event of an overdose, even if you feel well, because of the risk of delayed, serious liver damage. Go to your nearest hospital casualty department. Take your medicine and this leaflet with you.

Possible withdrawal effects when stopping treatment

This medicine contains codeine and can cause addiction if you take it continuously for more than 3 days. When you stop taking it you may get withdrawal symptoms. You should talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you think you are suffering from withdrawal symptoms.

Possible side effects

Most people will not have problems, but some people may have side effects when taking this medicine. If you have any unwanted side effects you should seek advice from your doctor, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.

Also you can help to make sure that medicines remain as safe as possible by reporting any unwanted side effects via the internet at www.yellowcard.gov.uk; alternatively you can call Freephone 0800 100 3352 (available between 10 am until 2 pm Monday to Friday) or fill in a paper form available from your local pharmacy.

If you get any of these serious side effects, stop taking the tablets. See a doctor at once:

• Difficulty in breathing, swelling of the face, neck, tongue or throat (severe allergic reactions)

These other effects are less serious. If they bother you talk to a pharmacist:

• Skin rash, red itchy skin


• Constipation, feeling sick, being sick


• Sweating, facial flushing


• Blurred vision, double vision, other changes in vision


• Confusion, dizziness, headache, drowsiness, vertigo


• Mood changes such as depression or feeling very happy


• Rigid muscles, uncontrolled muscle movements, hallucinations, nightmares


• Dry mouth, stomach spasms, convulsions, reduced appetite


• Low blood pressure, fast, slow or irregular heart rate


• Kidney problems, difficulty in breathing


• Difficulty in passing urine, increased frequency in urination, pain when passing urine, spasms in the bladder


• Inability to have or maintain an erection (in men)

If any side effect becomes severe, or you notice any side effect not listed here, please tell your pharmacist or doctor.

How do I know if I am addicted?

If you take this medicine according to the instructions on the pack it is unlikely that you will become addicted to the medicine. However, if the following apply to you it is important that you talk to your doctor:

• You need to take the medicine for longer periods of time


• You need to take more than the recommended amount


• When you stop taking the medicine you feel unwell but you feel better if you start taking the medicine again

How to store this medicine

Do not store above 25°C. Store in the original package.

Keep this medicine in a safe place out of the sight and reach of children, preferably in a locked cupboard.

Use by the date on the end flap of the carton.

What is in this medicine

Each tablet contains Codeine Phosphate 8 mg, Paracetamol 500 mg, which are the active ingredients.

As well as the active ingredients, the tablets also contain potato starch, maize starch, talc, povidone, stearic acid, magnesium stearate, Nipasept (containing ethyl parahydroxybenzoate (E214), methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216)).

The pack contains 32 white tablets, with a broken breakline on one side and AB on the other side.

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The Boots Company PLC

Nottingham

NG2 3AA

by the Marketing Authorisation holder

Bristol Laboratories Ltd

Unit 3

Canalside Northbridge Road

Berkhamsted

HP4 1EG

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Aminocaproic Acid

Pronunciation: a-mee-noe-ka-PROE-ik
Generic Name: Aminocaproic Acid
Brand Name: Amicar

Aminocaproic Acid is used for:

Preventing and treating severe bleeding in patients with medical conditions that cause blood clots to dissolve faster than normal and lead to severe bleeding, including hemophilia; aplastic anemia; lung, prostate, stomach and cervical cancer; cirrhosis; and certain complications of surgery.

Aminocaproic Acid is an antifibrinolytic. It works by blocking the breakdown of blood clots.

Do NOT use Aminocaproic Acid if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Aminocaproic Acid


• you are experiencing blood clots

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Aminocaproic Acid:

Some medical conditions may interact with Aminocaproic Acid. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding


• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement


• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances


• if you have upper urinary tract bleeding, kidney problems, liver problems, certain blood disorders (eg, hemophilia, uremia), blood clotting problems (active intravascular clotting), undiagnosed bleeding disorder, heart problems, or a history of seizures

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Aminocaproic Acid. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Factor IX complex concentrates or anti-inhibitor coagulant concentrates because the risk of blood clots may be increased

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Aminocaproic Acid may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Aminocaproic Acid:

Use Aminocaproic Acid as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Aminocaproic Acid may be taken with or without food.


• Do not miss any doses.


• If you miss a dose of Aminocaproic Acid, contact your doctor immediately.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Aminocaproic Acid.

Important safety information:

• Aminocaproic Acid may cause dizziness or changes in vision. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Aminocaproic Acid. Using Aminocaproic Acid alone, with certain other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or perform other potentially dangerous tasks.


• LAB TESTS, including creatine phosphokinase levels, may be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.


• Aminocaproic Acid is not recommended for use in CHILDREN. Safety and effectiveness have not been confirmed.


• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you plan on becoming pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Aminocaproic Acid during pregnancy. It is unknown if Aminocaproic Acid is excreted in breast milk. If you are or will be breast feeding while you are using Aminocaproic Acid, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.

Possible side effects of Aminocaproic Acid:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Confusion; decreased vision; diarrhea; dizziness; fatigue or tiredness; general body discomfort; headache; lightheadedness; muscle aches or swelling; nausea; pain; ringing in the ears; stomach pain; stuffy nose; swelling; vomiting; watery eyes.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); delirium; fainting; fever; hallucinations; muscle pain or weakness; seizures; slow heartbeat; sore throat; stroke; sudden change in the amount of urine you are producing; swelling of ankles, feet, or hands; unusual bleeding or bruising.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

See also: Aminocaproic Acid side effects (in more detail)

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include fainting; seizures; severe or unusual weakness; sudden change in amount of urine you produce.

Proper storage of Aminocaproic Acid:

Store Aminocaproic Acid at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C), in a tightly closed container. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Aminocaproic Acid out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Aminocaproic Acid, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.


• Aminocaproic Acid is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.


• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.


• Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Aminocaproic Acid. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

Issue Date: February 1, 2012

Database Edition 12.1.1.002

Copyright © 2012 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.

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