Can you get Codral with pseudoephedrine?
Codral Original Cold & Flu tablets contain pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 30 mg and paracetamol 500 mg.
Why is pseudoephedrine banned in Australia?
Restrictions on the over-the-counter sale of pseudoephedrine products were introduced in Australia last year but some chemists – including the pharmacy division of the Association of Professional Engineers, Scientists and Managers Australia – have called for a total ban after reporting an increase in ram raids and …
What time should I take Codral night?
4-6 hours
Every 4-6 hours at nighttime as necessary. Maximum: 8 tablets in 24 hours. When to stop: This medicine should not be taken for longer than a few days in adults, or 48 hours in children, except on medical advice.
Can you take cold and flu tablets every 3 hours?
For the symptomatic relief of colds, influenza and sinus congestion. Adults and Children over 12 years: 2 tablets with water followed by 1 or 2 tablets every four hours, if needed, up to a maximum of 8 tablets in 24 hours. Not to be taken more frequently than every four hours.
Is pseudoephedrine illegal in Australia?
“Pseudoephedrine is banned in-competition – to be precise it’s banned when its concentration in a urine sample is greater than 150 micrograms per millilitre,” she says. “There are permitted alternatives which can be taken in this time period.”
Can you still get cold and flu tablets with pseudoephedrine in Australia?
In Australia, cold and flu tablets containing phenylephrine can be purchased from the pharmacy or supermarket. Products containing pseudoephedrine can only be supplied after consultation with the pharmacist or on a prescription. Cold and flu tablets often contain paracetamol for relieving aches and pains.
Is pseudoephedrine banned in Australia?
Does pseudoephedrine make you awake?
Sudafed (Pseudoephedrine) relieves stuffy nose, but it could keep you up at night.
What has pseudoephedrine in it Australia?
Medicines that contain pseudoephedrine
- Sudafed Sinus 12 Hour Relief.
- Sinus and Nasal Relief (Amcal)
- Sinus Nasal Decongestant (Apohealth)
- Sinus and Nasal Decongestant (Trust)
- Nasal Decongestant (Guardian)
- Logicin Sinus.
- Sinus Relief (Chemists’ Own)
- Sudafed Sinus and Nasal Congestion.