Co-dydramol
Co-dydramol
Co-dydramol (pronounced: ko-dai-dra-mol) is a non-proprietary name used to denote a particular compound analgesic, a combination of paracetamol and dihydrocodeine.
Etymology
The term "Co-dydramol" is derived from the names of the two primary ingredients in the compound: Co (for codeine), dy (for dihydrocodeine), and mol (for paracetamol).
Usage
Co-dydramol is used for the relief of moderate pain. It is commonly prescribed when painkillers of a lower strength have not been effective. Co-dydramol is more effective than paracetamol on its own. Dihydrocodeine can cause addiction if taken continuously for more than three days. Therefore, it should be taken for the shortest possible time.
Related Terms
- Analgesic: A class of drugs used to relieve pain.
- Paracetamol: A common over-the-counter medication used to relieve pain and reduce fever.
- Dihydrocodeine: A semi-synthetic opioid analgesic prescribed for pain or severe dyspnea.
- Codeine: An opiate used to treat pain, coughing, and diarrhea.
See Also
- Co-codamol: A compound analgesic consisting of paracetamol and codeine.
- Co-proxamol: A compound analgesic consisting of paracetamol and dextropropoxyphene.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Co-dydramol
- Wikipedia's article - Co-dydramol
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