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What form(s) does this medication come in
This medication is available as tablets containing 300 mg of acetaminophen, 8 mg of codeine phosphate, and 15 mg of caffeine.
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Who should NOT take Teva Codeine Phosphate Pills 30mg
Do not take this medication if you:
- are allergic to acetaminophen, caffeine, codeine, or any ingredients of the medication
- are overdosed on or intoxicated by alcohol, hypnotics, analgesics, or psychotropic medications
- have mild pain that can be managed with other pain medications
- are 12 years of age or younger
- are 18 years of age or younger and are having or have recently had surgery for removal tonsils or adenoids
- are experiencing acute asthma or other obstructive airway disease
- are experiencing acute respiratory depression
- are taking a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor (e.g., phenelzine, tranylcypromine) or have taken one in the last 14 days
- have a blockage of the gastrointestinal tract, particularly paralytic ileus
- have a head injury, a brain tumour, or increased pressure inside the head or spinal cord
- have a convulsive (seizure) disorder
- have a suspected abdominal condition that may require surgery
- have severely reduced liver or kidney function
- are a known CYP2D6 ultra-rapid metabolizer (someone who converts codeine into its active metabolite more rapidly and completely)
- are pregnant or breast-feeding, in labour, or delivering
Non-prescription medications containing codeine should not be used for people under 18 years old.
What side effects are possible with this medication
- constipation
- decreased ability or interest in sexual activity
- decreased appetite
- dry mouth
- drowsiness
- lightheadedness
- nausea
- sweating
- trouble sleeping
- vomiting
- abdominal pain
- dizziness when rising from a lying down or sitting position
- fainting
- fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat
- headache
- itching
- mood changes
- nervousness
- restlessnessskin rash
- vision problems
- weakness or difficulty with muscle coordination
Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:
- confusion
- hallucinations
- seizures
- signs of a serious allergic reaction (i.e., abdominal cramps, difficulty breathing, nausea and vomiting, or swelling of the face and throat)
- signs of breathing problems (e.g., shortness of breath, wheezing, irregular or troubled breathing)
- signs of a severe skin reaction such as blistering, peeling, a rash covering a large area of the body, a rash that spreads quickly, or a rash combined with fever or discomfort
- symptoms of a bowel blockage (e.g., abdominal pain, severe constipation, nausea)
- symptoms of overdose (e.g., cold, clammy skin; abnormally slow or weak breathing; severe dizziness; confusion; slow heartbeat; or extreme drowsiness)
- symptoms of serotonin syndrome (e.g., agitation or restlessness, loss of muscle control, muscle twitching, tremor, diarrhea)
Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking this medication. Buy Codeine Phosphate Pills