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Using codeine, dihydrocodeine or tramadol during breastfeeding
17 January 2023Tramadol and dihydrocodeine can be used while breastfeeding for pain control. Codeine should not be used . Advice applies to full term, healthy infants.
Using opioids for pain relief during pregnancy
10 August 2022Opioid analgesics may be used at any stage of pregnancy at the lowest effective dose for the short-term relief of pain when other analgesics are not effective.
High dose loperamide use in high stoma output or short bowel syndrome
11 January 2022This guidance explores the dosing and monitoring advice when using high dose loperamide to reduce high stoma output or in short bowel syndrome in adults.
Estimating dose equivalence from oral morphine to other opioids
14 September 2021Use our tool to obtain approximate dose equivalences of oral morphine to other oral opioids and help you calculate an estimated equivalent dose
Switching between oral morphine and other oral opioids in adult palliative cancer care patients
14 September 2021Switching between morphine and alternative opioids requires care and thoughtful application of a stepped process
Medicine Compliance Aid Stability
genericNon-proprietary
Non-proprietary
generic
Tablets 15mg, 30mg, 60mg
A3 · Amber 3No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Protect from light
Protect from moisture
Store in a dry place and protect from light. Store in an airtight container
9 November 2022