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Codeine

Codeine belongs to a group of analgesics (pain killers). It is a strong analgesic and provides relief from moderate pain. It is almost always sold in a preparation with another analgesic, it is also contained in some cough medicines as a cough suppressant and it can be used to relieve diarrhoea. It can be used for:Preparations including paracetamol, aspirin and ibuprofen can also relieve a fever and other symptoms of colds and flu.


Please Note: Due to MHRA regulations we can only despatch one box of Codeine-containing products at a time. Multiple orders will not be accepted. Codeine should not be taken for longer than 3 days as this can cause addiction. If you are still experiencing pain after 3 days of using Codeine please see your doctor.

Codeine Tablets

Tablet forms of codeine are the most common methods taken by patients. Tablets are light and convenient to carry with you (perfect for travel). Tablets are usually made so they are easy to swallow with a glass of water. Also, in the majority of cases, tablets are the cheapest form of medicine to produce and administer.
The tablets below appear in order of codeine strength...

  • Nurofen Plus Tablets 12
    Nurofen Plus Tablets 12

    For fast, effective pain relief, Nurofen Plus contains 2 active ingredients Codeine Phosphate Ph.Eur 12.8 mg and Ibuprofen Ph.Eur 200 mg.

    • Dual action formula targets pain and reduces pain signals.
    • Nurofen Plus is the maximum dose allowed without a prescription.

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    £2.99
    (incl VAT)
    Out of stock

  • Nurofen Plus Tablets 24
    Nurofen Plus Tablets 24

    Nurofen Plus contains 2 active ingredients Codeine Phosphate Ph.Eur 12.8 mg and Ibuprofen Ph.Eur 200 mg.

    • Dual action formula targets pain and reduces pain signals.
    • Nurofen Plus is the maximum dose allowed without a prescription.
    • Bigger value pack.

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    £6.60
    (incl VAT)

  • Solpadeine Max 20
    Solpadeine Max 20

    Each Solpadeine Max tablet contains two active ingredients 12.8mg Codeine Phosphate Hemihydrate and 500mg Paracetamol.

    • Acts on moderate pain quickly and effectively.
    • Helps to reduce a high temperature.

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    £6.10
    (incl VAT)

  • Solpadeine Max 30
    Solpadeine Max 30

    Solpadeine Max contains both 12.8mg Codeine Phosphate Hemihydrate and 500mg Paracetamol.

    • Acts on moderate pain quickly and effectively.
    • Helps to reduce a high temperature.
    • Bigger value pack!

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    £7.59
    (incl VAT)

  • Solpadeine Migraine Tablets 24
    Solpadeine Migraine Tablets 24

    Specially formulated Solpadeine Migraine contain Ph Eur 12.8mg Codeine Phosphate Hemihydrate and 200mg Ibuprofen.

    • Strong, effective pain relief.
    • 24 tablets in a pack.

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    £5.35
    (incl VAT)
    Out of stock

  • Solpadeine Plus Tablets 32
    Solpadeine Plus Tablets 32

    Solpadeine Plus tablets help to relieve general aches and pains. Each tablet contains:

    • Codeine Phosphate Hemihydrate Ph Eur 8mg, Paracetamol Ph Eur 500mg and Caffeine Ph Eur 30mg.

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    £6.59
    (incl VAT)

  • Veganin Tablets 30
    Veganin Tablets 30

    Veganin 8mg Codeine phosphate, 500mg Paracetamol and 30mg Caffeine for:

    • general aches and pains.
    • To reduce fever.
    • Bigger value pack!

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    £4.85
    (incl VAT)

  • Paramol Tablets 12
    Paramol Tablets 12

    Paramol tablets offer quick relief for moderate pain.

    • One tablet has 7.46mg Dihydrocodeine tartrate (co-dydramol) and 500mg Paracetamol.
    • Effective on all general aches and pains, and also helps to lower a high temperature.
    • Suitable for joint and nerve pain.

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    £3.80
    (incl VAT)

  • Paramol Tablets 24
    Paramol Tablets 24

    Paramol tablets offer quick relief for moderate pain.

    • Each tablet has 7.46mg Dihydrocodeine tartrate (co-dydramol) and 500mg Paracetamol.
    • Effective on all general aches and pains, and also helps to lower a high temperature.
    • Suitable for joint and nerve pain..

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    £5.85
    (incl VAT)

  • Paramol Tablets 32
    Paramol Tablets 32

    Paramol tablets are quick at relieving moderate pain.

    • Each tablet has 7.46mg Dihydrocodeine tartrate (co-dydramol) and 500mg Paracetamol.
    • Effective on all general aches and pains, and also helps to lower a high temperature.
    • Suitable for joint and nerve pain.
    • Also suitable for flu and fever.

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    £7.49
    (incl VAT)

  • Syndol Headache Relief Tablets 30
    Syndol Headache Relief Tablets 30


    Syndol tablets in a 30 pack size contains Codeine Phosphate 8mg, Paracetamol 500mg and Caffiene 30mg for relief from headaches and migraines.

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    £7.95
    (incl VAT)

  • Syndol Headache Relief Tablets 10
    Syndol Headache Relief Tablets 10


    Syndol tablets in a 10 pack size contains Codeine Phosphate 8mg, Paracetamol 500mg and Caffiene 30mg for relief from headaches and migraines.

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    £2.75
    (incl VAT)
    Out of stock

  • Syndol Pain Relief Tablets 10
    Syndol Pain Relief Tablets 10

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    £3.29
    (incl VAT)

  • Co-codamol 8/500mg Tablets 32
    Co-codamol 8/500mg Tablets 32

    Contains both Ccodeine and Paracetamol for the short term treatment of acute moderate pain.

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    £4.20
    (incl VAT)

  • Migraleve Complete Migraine Relief 24
    Migraleve Complete Migraine Relief 24

    Migraleve Pink tablets 24 contain Paracetamol 500mg, Codeine phosphate 8mg and Buclizine hydrochloride 6.25mg.

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    £8.80
    (incl VAT)

  • Migraleve Complete Migraine Relief 12
    Migraleve Complete Migraine Relief 12

    Migraleve Pink tablets 12 contain Codeine phosphate 8mg, Paracetamol 500mg and Buclizine hydrochloride 6.25mg.

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    £5.60
    (incl VAT)

  • Syndol Tablets 30
    Syndol Tablets 30

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    £8.99
    (incl VAT)

  • Winthrop Co-codamol Tablets (32)
    Winthrop Co-codamol Tablets (32)

    Winthrop Co-codamol Tablets 32 contains both Paracetamol and Codeine.

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    £4.20
    (incl VAT)

Codeine Capsules

Capsules are designed to contain a medicinal filling (either liquid or a powder). When the shell of the capsule is digested, the capsule's contents are absorbed by the body quicker and help to relieve pain faster. Some capsules are longer and rounder in shape to make swallowing them easier.
The capsules below appear in order of strength...

  • Solpadeine Plus Capsules 32
    Solpadeine Plus Capsules 32

    Each Capsule contains codeine 8mg, caffeine 30mg and Paracetamol 500mg. For the relief of headaches, migraines, toothache, muscular and rheumatic pain, backache, nerve pain and period pain. Also relieves the aches, pains, sore throat and fever associated with colds and flu.

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    £6.79
    (incl VAT)

Codeine Soluble/Dispersible/Effervescent

Water soluble (or dispersible) tablets allow you to take your medicine as a drink. Approximately half a glass of water is usually used. This is great for patients who have difficulty in swallowing tablets. Secondly, the pre-dissolved medicine will act on relieving pain faster than a normal tablet you swallow down with water.
The soluble tablets below appear in order of strength...

  • Codis 500 32
    Codis 500 32

    Each dispersible tablet containing Codeine phosphate 8mg and Aspirin 500mg. For relief mild to moderate pain including headache, migraine, neuralgia, toothache, period pains, sprains, strains, rheumatic pain, sciatica, lumbago, fibrositis, muscular aches and pains, joint swelling and stiffness, colds, influenza and feverish conditions.

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    £4.55
    (incl VAT)
    Out of stock

  • Solpadeine Plus Soluble 16
    Solpadeine Plus Soluble 16

    Each soluble tablet contains codeine 8mg, Paracetamol 500mg and caffeine 30mg. For mild to moderate pain, such as headache, migraine, toothache, muscular and rheumatic pain, backache, nerve pain and period pain.

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    £3.89
    (incl VAT)

  • Solpadeine Plus Soluble 32
    Solpadeine Plus Soluble 32

    Each soluble tablet contains codeine 8mg, Paracetamol 500mg and caffeine 30mg. For mild to moderate pain, such as headache, migraine, toothache, muscular and rheumatic pain, backache, nerve pain and period pain.

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    £6.99
    (incl VAT)

  • Ultramol Soluble Tablets 32
    Ultramol Soluble Tablets 32

    Ultramol Soluble Tablets contain Paracetamol Ph.Eur 500mg, caffeine Ph.Eur 30mg and Codeine Phosphate Ph Eur.8mg.

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    £4.95
    (incl VAT)

  • Co-codamol Effervescent Tablets 32
    Co-codamol Effervescent Tablets 32

    Co-codamol Effervescent Tablets - Each Tablet Contains codeine Phosphate 8mg & paracetamol 500mg. For the relief mild to moderate pain, such as headache, migraine, period pain, toothache, back pain, muscular and joint pains, nerve pain or the fever, aches and pains of colds and flu.

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    £8.80
    (incl VAT)

  • Co-Codamol Paracetamol & Codeine Caplets 32
    Co-Codamol Paracetamol & Codeine Caplets 32

    Formulated for the short term treatment of pain, reaching pain where other pain killers have not been effective.

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    £3.40
    (incl VAT)

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