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Indications: Codeine Phosphate for IBS (unlicensed in UK), Chronic diarrhoea, Analgesia (Pain relief)
Drug names: Diarrest, Kaodene
Cautions: May cause drowsiness - avoid driving or operating machinery in this situation. May cause abdominal distention.
Contraindications: Acute diarrhoea conditions such as acute inflammatory colitis or antibiotic associated colitis.
Side effects: Nausea, vomiting, constipation, drowsiness, low blood pressure
Adult Drug dose: Codeine Phosphate 30mg three to four times a day (range 15mg to 60mg)
Formulations: Tablets, Codeine syrup, Liquid combination preparations
One of several Irritable Bowel syndrome drugs that can be thought of as an adjunct to the treatment of the condition.
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