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From 1st February 2018,
medicines containing
Main forms of medicine used for pain relief are codeine are not sold over

the counter in pharmacies
• Opioids – morphine, tramadol; eg. Endone, and are only available on
OxyContin, Denpax, Tramal, Codeine prescription from your GP.
There are alternative over
• Anti-epileptic drugs – pregabalin, the counter medicines such as
gaberpentin, carbamazepine; paracetamol, ibuprofen or a
combination of these drugs.
• Anti-depressants – amitriptyline, duloxetine Over the counter cough and
• Over-the-counter medicines – such as cold medicines also no longer v
contain codeine.
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
(NSAIDS) eg. Aspirin, Ibuprofen,

This kit will focus on understanding opioids and what to look out for.
If you are taking other pain relief medicines, please speak with your
doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.