1. Why am I using CODRAL Original Cold & Flu?
CODRAL Original Cold & Flu contains the active ingredients Paracetamol and Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride. Paracetamol is an analgesic. It works to stop the pain messages from getting through to the brain. It also acts in the brain to reduce fever. Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride belongs to a group of medicines called sympathomimetic decongestants. It works by reducing congestion in the upper respiratory tract, including the nose, nasal passages and sinuses, and making it easier to breathe.
CODRAL Original Cold & Flu is used for the temporary relief from the symptoms of runny nose, nasal congestion, headache, body aches and pains, and fever.
2. What should I know before I use CODRAL Original Cold & Flu?
Warnings
Do not use CODRAL Original Cold & Flu if:
- you are allergic to Paracetamol, Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride, or any of the ingredients listed at the end of this leaflet.
Always check the ingredients to make sure you can use this medicine.
- you are younger than 12 years
- have very high blood pressure
- have severe coronary artery disease (heart disease caused by poor blood flow or narrowing of the blood vessels of the heart)
- have taken other products containing paracetamol
- have taken monoamine oxidase inhibitors, medicines used to treat depression, in the last 14 days.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you:
- have any other medical conditions
- high blood pressure
- overactive thyroid gland
- diabetes
- heart disease and poor blood flow in the blood vessels of the heart
- glaucoma (high pressure in the eyes)
- prostate problems
- liver or kidney disease
- alcohol dependence
- take any medicines for any other condition
During treatment, you may be at risk of developing certain side effects. It is important you understand these risks and how to monitor for them. See additional information under Section 6. Are there any side effects?
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant or intend to become pregnant.
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are breastfeeding or intend to breastfeed.
Small amounts of pseudoephedrine pass into the breast milk. Your pharmacist or doctor will discuss the potential benefits and risks of taking the medicine if you are breastfeeding.
3. What if I am taking other medicines?
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including any medicines, vitamins or supplements that you buy without a prescription from your pharmacy, supermarket or health food shop.
Some medicines may interfere with CODRAL Original Cold & Flu and affect how it works.
These include
- medicines used to treat depression especially monoamine oxidase inhibitors and tricyclic antidepressants
- medicines used to treat heart conditions
- medicines used to treat high blood pressure
- medicines used to treat urinary tract infections and bladder problems
- medicines used to treat behavioural disorders
- phenylephrine, a medicine used to treat congestion
- appetite suppressants
- warfarin, a medicine used to prevent blood clots
- metoclopramide, a medicine used to control nausea and vomiting
- medicines used to treat epilepsy or fits
- chloramphenicol, an antibiotic used to treat ear and eye infections
- alcohol
- flucloxacillin, an antibiotic used to treat skin infections.
You may need different amounts of your medicines, or you may need to take different medicines.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure about what medicines, vitamins or supplements you are taking and if these affect CODRAL Original Cold & Flu.
4. How do I use CODRAL Original Cold & Flu?
How much to take
- The recommended dose of CODRAL Original Cold & Flu for adults and children over 12 years is 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours as necessary.
- Follow the instructions provided with the medicine.
- Do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours.
- Do not exceed the recommended dosage.
When to take CODRAL Original Cold & Flu
- CODRAL Original Cold & Flu should be used every 4 to 6 hours as necessary.
How to take CODRAL Original Cold & Flu
- Swallow the tablets whole.
- Do not use for more than a few days at a time except on medical advice.
- Follow all directions given to you by your pharmacist or doctor carefully. This may differ from the information contained in this leaflet.
- If you forget to take it and it is almost time for your next dose, skip the dose you missed and take your next dose when you are meant to. Otherwise, you may take a dose as soon as you remember if you think you need it. Do not take a double dose to make up for the dose that you missed.
- If you do not understand the instructions on the pack, ask your pharmacist or doctor for help.
If you use too much CODRAL Original Cold & Flu
If you think that you have used too much CODRAL Original Cold & Flu, you may need urgent medical attention.
You should immediately:
- phone the Poisons Information Centre
(by calling 13 11 26), or - contact your doctor, or
- go to the Emergency Department at your nearest hospital.
You should do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.
5. What should I know while using CODRAL Original Cold & Flu?
Things you should do
Stop use an talk to your doctor or pharmacist if your symptoms persist, worsen, or if new symptoms occur. Your doctor or pharmacist will assess your condition and decide if you should continue to take the medicine.
Remind any doctor, dentist or pharmacist you visit that you are using CODRAL Original Cold & Flu.
Things you should not do
- Do not take CODRAL Original Cold & Flu to treat any other complaints unless your pharmacist or doctor tells you to.
- Do not give your medicine to anyone else, even if they have the same condition as you.
- Do not take more than the recommended dose unless your pharmacist or doctor tells you to.
Driving or using machines
Be careful before you drive or use any machines or tools until you know how CODRAL Original Cold & Flu affects you.
CODRAL Original Cold & Flu may cause dizziness in some people .
If this happens, do not drive or operate machinery.
Drinking alcohol
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you drink alcohol.
Looking after your medicine
- Keep your medicine in the original pack until it is time to take.
- Keep your medicine in a cool dry place where the temperature stays below 30°C.
Follow the instructions in the carton on how to take care of your medicine properly.
Store it in a cool dry place away from moisture, heat or sunlight; for example, do not store it:
- in the bathroom or near a sink, or
- in the car or on window sills.
Keep it where young children cannot reach it.
Getting rid of any unwanted medicine
If you no longer need to use this medicine or it is out of date, take it to any pharmacy for safe disposal.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date.
6. Are there any side effects?
All medicines can have side effects. If you do experience any side effects, most of them are minor and temporary. However, some side effects may need medical attention.
See the information below and, if you need to, ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any further questions.
Less serious side effects
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Less serious side effects |
What to do |
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Speak to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any of these less serious side effects and they worry you. |
Serious side effects
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Serious side effects |
What to do |
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Call your doctor straight away, or go straight to the Emergency Department at your nearest hospital if you notice any of these serious side effects. |
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you notice anything else that may be making you feel unwell.
Other side effects not listed here may occur in some people. Children and people over 65 years if age may have an increased chance of getting side effects.
Reporting side effects
After you have received medical advice for any side effects you experience, you can report side effects to the Therapeutic Goods Administration online at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
7. Product details
This medicine is available over-the-counter without a doctor's prescription.
What CODRAL Original Cold & Flu contains
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Active ingredient (main ingredient) |
Paracetamol Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride |
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Other ingredients (inactive ingredients) |
Hyprolose Magnesium stearate Microcrystalline cellulose Pregelatinized maize starch Sodium starch glycollate Stearic Acid |
Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of these ingredients.
What CODRAL Original Cold & Flu looks like
CODRAL Original Cold & Flu is a white, round, flat tablet coded “P3F”. (Aust R 275263).
Who distributes CODRAL Original Cold & Flu
Johnson & Johnson Pacific
45 Jones Street
Ultimo NSW 2007
Australia
Phone: 1800 029979
This leaflet was prepared in January 2022.