Description

This medicine is sold by Welfare Pharmacy at the professional discretion of a  pharmacist.

Please note that you may need to be in to sign for this delivery.

We need to ensure that this medicine is suitable for the person it is intended for. Therefore our pharmacist may be required to contact you by phone to find out some additional information. If they are unable to speak to you when required your order may be delayed or the pharmacy medicine part of your order cancelled.

Please ensure your contact details are correct before ordering this medicine.

You MUST be at least 16 years old to purchase this product.

Migraleve Pink Tablets contain paracetamol and codeine which eases pain and buclizine which
helps relieve nausea and vomiting. The Pink tablets therefore treat all the symptoms of migraine. If
taken at the first sign of a migraine, it can prevent an attack from developing.

Migraleve Yellow Tablets contain paracetamol and codeine for the treatment of pain and relief
of continuing migraine symptoms. They should always be taken after the first dose of Migraleve Pink Tablet.

Suitable for

It is suitable for adults and children aged 12 years and older.

How to use

Do not use this medicine unless your migraines have been diagnosed by a doctor.

Do not give to children below the age of 12 years due to the risk of severe breathing problems.

Children 12 – 15 years: swallow 1 Migraleve Pink Tablet at the first sign of a migraine attack. If the migraine persists, then take 1 Migraleve Yellow Tablet 4 hours after the Pink dose and then every 4 hours. Do not take more than 4 tablets (1 pink and 3 yellow) in a 24 hour period.

Adults and children 16 years and over: swallow 2 Migraleve Pink Tablets at the first sign of a migraine attack. If the migraine persists, then take 2 Migraleve Yellow Tablets 4 hours after the Pink dose and then every 4 hours. Do not take more than 8 tablets (2 pink and 6 yellow) in a 24 hour period.

DO NOT EXCEED THE STATED DOSE.

Hazards and Cautions

This medicine contains codeine and can cause addiction if you take it continuously for more than three days. When you stop taking it you may get withdrawal symptoms.

The medicine can affect your ability to drive as it may make you sleepy or dizzy.

Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist.

Seek advice before using if you are breast feeding, pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or suffer from allergies.

Possible side effects

Constipation, being sick, dry mouth, dizziness, increased sweating.

Storage

Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

Active ingredients

Each Pink tablet contains paracetamol DC 96% 520mg equivalent to paracetamol 500mg, codeine phosphate 8mg and buclizine hydrochloride 6.25mg.

Each Yellow tablet contains paracetamol DC 96% 520mg equivalent to paracetamol 500mg and codeine phosphate 8mg.