Nurofen Plus is the strongest pain killer that is currently available over the counter without a prescription (or gun!).
I only learnt of its existence when I had the mother of all headaches a few weeks ago. I went on a quest to buy co-codomol; yet typically (and indeed annoyingly) the pharmacist ... Read review
Nurofen Plus is the strongest pain killer that is currently available over the counter without a prescription (or gun!).
I only learnt of its existence when I had the mother of all headaches a few weeks ago. I went on a quest to buy co-codomol; yet typically (and indeed annoyingly) the pharmacist had a billion questions to ask before selling me the analgesia. At this point she recommended Nurofen Plus.
Nurofen Plus tablets are designed to have a dual effect for fast effective relief. Each tablet contains the two active ingredients; Ibuprofen 200mg and
Codeine Phosphate 12.8 mg. (Please refer to the information leaflet provided for the full list of other ingredients; which rather oddly includes ‘talc’ ! )
The Ibuprofen is known as a non steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID); this drug works by; reducing the ... more
Nurofen Plus is the strongest pain killer that is currently available over the counter without a prescription (or gun!). I only learnt of its existence when I had the mother of all headaches a few weeks ago. I went on a quest to buy co-codomol; yet typically (and indeed annoyingly) the pharmacist had a billion questions to ask before selling me the analgesia. At this point she recommended Nurofen Plus.
Nurofen Plus is manufactured by Crookes Healthcare Limited. It is for the relief of moderate to severe pain caused by the symptoms which include; “migraine, headache, cramping period pain, dental pain, back pain, neuralgia, rheumatic and muscular pain, feverishness and symptoms of colds and flu. “
Nurofen Plus tablets are designed to have a dual effect for fast effective relief. Each tablet contains the two active ingredients; Ibuprofen 200mg and Codeine Phosphate 12.8 mg. (Please refer to the information leaflet provided for the full list of other ingredients; which rather oddly includes ‘talc’ ! ) The Ibuprofen is known as a non steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID); this drug works by; reducing the hormones in your body that cause inflammation, pain and high temperature. The Codeine Phosphate is obtained from opium or prepared from morphine; it is is an analgesic which prevents pain messages reaching the brain.
When taking this pain killer; tiredness or dizziness can be expected; so make sure you are not affected in this way; before driving or operating machinery. Unwanted side effects can be; “ stomach discomfort or pain, nausea, stomach ulcer, black tarry stools; rashes itching, worsening of asthma, wheezing or shortness of breath, liver and kidney problems, headache, hearing disturbances, constipation, respiratory depression, cough suppression, skin peeling, easy bruising or facial swelling. ” ( Cor blimey Gov’ner ! ) If you have used this analgesia regularly for a long period of time; you will find: when you stop taking it, you will suffer from restlessness and irritability (nothing new there then ! ).
Nurofen Plus is claimed to be tolerated well by most. However should you experience any of the side effects or have any other unusual symptoms; stop taking the tablets and contact your doctor.
It is advised that you don’t take this painkiller if: you have had an allergic reaction to aspirin, ibuprofen or codeine; you have had or have a stomach ulcer; or suffer from constipation. It is best to consult your doctor before taking Nurofen plus if: you suffer from asthma or have any history of asthma; If you are taking any other NSAID’s; you have a head injury; you are taking regular medication; or if you are pregnant or breast feeding. Avoid drinking alcohol when taking Nurofen Plus as alcohol can alter the effect of the analgesia. ~There are alot of stipulations that restrict many people from taking this analgesia; as with most drugs. I have mentioned a few of the more common reasons; but it is not necessary to list them all in a review. If you do intend to take this analgesia ensure you read the enclosed leaflet detailing the restrictions. If you are unsure; consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Nurofen Plus can be purchased from any chemist in boxes of 12 (for the princely sum of £2.95) or boxes of 24 (£5.50; but I’ve never been rich enough to buy these!) The prices can vary from chemist to chemist. Nurofen Plus is only suitable for adult’s and children that are aged 12 + The directions of use are to; swallow 1 or 2 tablets with water every 4 to 6 hours. No more than 6 tablets should be taken in 24 hours; if you do take too many tablets by mistake; you should contact your doctor or your local Accident and Emergency department immediately.
If your pain persists or worsens; you should stop taking the tablets and consult your doctor.
Everyone has varying pain thresholds, mine is really quite low. However my tolerance to painkillers is quite high. I chose Nurofen Plus as I was informed that; due to the combination of two of the most powerful and effective non prescription analgesia’s, this pain killer is the best available. I found Nurofen Plus to be moderately effective for my headache; turning a full blown unbearable headache into a merely a dull ache. Comparative to co-codomol (the next strongest analgesia; available without prescription) I found the effectiveness very similar. Yet; co-codomol is significantly cheaper and the side effects are not believed to be as frequent or as harsh.
Nurofen is well packaged; in a distinctive, sleek, silver box (see pictures). The tablets are sealed in foil blister packs for easy access and safe storage. The packaging does not sport any child safety measure; so keep out of children’s reach. The information leaflet is well laid out and the details of the pain killer are easy to read and understand.
You will find if taking analgesia that contains codeine phosphate for a long period of time; constipation will become an issue .When I was taking it frequently for a number of days I found taking a mild laxative alongside Nurofen Plus was very beneficial. (I bought the laxative over the counter at a pharmacy after discussing the issue it with a pharmacist first.)
If you take Codeine Phosphate frequently for a prolonged period of time; due to its opium base; you are at a high risk of becoming physically dependant on it; with or without psychological dependence. This information is not given on the leaflet provided with Nurofen Plus; which in itself is un-forgivably dangerous Taking this information into consideration; should you find yourself taking this pain killer for a long period of time; it is important that you consult your doctor.
It is listed in the side effects that these tablets can cause stomach ulcers. The more I read about this analgesia; the more I learnt just how frequent this side effect occurs. This is largely caused by the Ingredient ‘ibuprofen’.
Overall I have concluded that as an occasional pain relief; Nurofen Plus is an effective analgesia; it is fast acting, easy to take and is effective enough to reduce the pain from the list of symptoms. (It does what it said it would on the box!) However; it is stupidly expensive and taken for a prolonged period of time potentially could be very detrimental to your health. As such it should be taken with caution ! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Advantages: A very effective painkiller for a wide range of ailments. Disadvantages: can be addictive if taken for prolonged periods. Can cause some unpleasant side effects with some people.
...bit stronger is called for.
Nurofen Plus is a painkiller manufactured by a Nottingham company called Crooke's Healthcare, and distributed (at least here in Ireland) by Boot's Healthcare, based here in Clonskeagh, Dublin.
Its main ingredient is a drug called Ibuprofen, with a small amount of codeine thrown in.
It comes in tablet form, and is (as far as I'm aware) the strongest non-prescription painkiller that you can buy over the counter in your ... ...Each tablet of Nurofen Plus contains 200mg of Ibuprofen.
~ ~ Codeine is a derivative of morphine, and is the most commonly used narcotic in the world. Each tablet of Nurofen Plus contains 12.5mg of codeine, and because of this great care must be taken not to take it for prolonged periods, as codeine is highly addictive. Three days is the recommended maximum period of usage without consultation with your doctor. Just a little aside. I read a report ...
the_mad_cabbie 23.11.2003
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Advantages: Excellent painkiller Disadvantages: Can cause constipation, can cause stomach irritation
...was stunned to discover that Nurofen Plus can no longer be purchased in pack sizes larger than 24, and the pharmacist is only allowed to sell one pack per customer - I knew I hadn't seen my beloved holiday pack of 72's available, but thought this was just a stock shortage. It transpires that the reason behind this change of heart and legislation is all to do with junkies!!!! - would you believe that they have been splitting the tablets and extracting ... ...here shortly.
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Nurofen Plus can be purchased over the pharmacy counter at £2.45 for 12, £4.49 for a pack of 24.
INGREDIENTS
IBUPROFEN
Each tablet of Nurofen Plus contains 200mg of Ibuprofen (from the Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID) Family), and marvellous for reducing pain associated with headaches, period pains, neuralgia, migraine and tooth-ache to name a few. The drug is not effective against reducing ...
sue.51 20.05.2001 (24.06.2002)
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Nurofen is about the most effective pain reliever available today over the counter. You can also get an extra strength painkiller version called Nurofen Plus. That is what this opinion is about.
The tablets come in packs of of 12,24 or 48 which is handy as you can plan your purchase around your illness. If you have a severe headache that should be gone in the morning, you only need the small packet. Obviously longer illnesses should consult a doctor.
... ..."time of the month" that Nurofen Plus can help with the effects.
I actually know my dentist reccommends it for toothache!
What does it contain:
Ibuprofen. A powerful pain relieving chemical that lessens the sensitivity of the pain receptors.
Codeine. Acts in a similar way as an analgesic. It comes from Opium in nature but manufatured for medicine from morphine. It is a mild sedative to put you at ease.
Prices
Well, Nurofen is not cheap. At ...
andycharger 25.01.2002
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Advantages: Good all round pain relief Disadvantages: Not suitable for all people, brand names are more expensive than the generic product itself
Nurofen Plus is probably one of the best known and best selling over the counter pain killers on sale. The 'Plus' refers to the addition of codeine to Nurofen to make it a bit stronger. Used in pain relief of headaches and migraine, backache and muscle pain, fever, flu and cold symptoms and to reduce swelling it is a good all round drug.
What maybe isn't so commonly known is Nurofen is just a brand name for ibuprofen (the generic/non brand form) ... ...codeine. Being a brand name, Nurofen is only made by Crookes Healthcare, where as ibuprofen can be made by any manufacturer. Therefore you can usually get the same thing alot cheaper by getting a supermarkets own brand. By law, generics have to have the same ingredient and have the same effectiveness as the brand name so if you buy Tesco's own, it will be as good.
It is important always to read the label of any medicine you intend on using but Nurofen ...
wiggglypufff 10.12.2000 (20.05.2001)
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Advantages: They work!! Disadvantages: They are expensive.
...would need painkillers. He reccomended Nurofen Plus. He also said to take them as soon as I got home. You are supposed to go home and straight to bed, but hey I have two children and a husband who need to be catered for!! He said a lot of people don't take the painkillers until the numbness has gone away, which is too late. By that stage major pain will have set in and painkillers, no matter how good, still take time to work. So off I toddled with ... ...assistant for a packet of Nurofen Plus. She asked what size so I said 'largest you've got, I've just had a wisdom tooth out'.
She picked up a packet of a different brand and said these were the strongest over the counter medicine that I could get, I'd prefer them. I said to her that the dental surgery had specifically mentioned Nurofen Plus, so I wanted those. She went off looking for advice and was told to sell me the Nurofen Plus, if that was ...
smileybabe 13.02.2004 (14.02.2004)
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-being. Users achieve a quick sensation of well-being, which they wish to repeat over and over again. Syndol is unfortunately known to be one of the more potentially habit-forming medications (other painkillers such as Co-codamol, NurofenPlus, Panadol Ultra and Solpadeine, as well as some cough medicines are also major culprits). Codeine is known to give the user a high and make them feel calmer. Allegedly, some individuals can become hooked on codeine based over the counter medications within three weeks, if taken continuously and to excess. Codeine addiction is really rather nasty and has all sorts of side effects such as continuous headaches, insomnia, bouts of sickness and mood swings. The comedian Mel Smith (Not The Nine O'Clock News) hit the headlines a few years ago when he confessed to his seven year addiction to NurofenPlus, when he ...
Advantages: It works. Disadvantages: Expensive, when you consider the cost of generic Ibuprofen.
let the pharmacy assistant know. Although Nurofen can provoke your asthma, it does so only in a very small number of sufferers. If you are taking any prescribed medication, you should also tell this to the assistant that serves you.
Ibuprofen should be taken with, or during food, so as to avoid an upset stomach.
It is not recommended to take more than one NSAID at a time. Common NSAID's are Ibuprofen and Aspirin.
The recommended dosr of Nurofen is an initial dose of 2 tablets, followed by 1 or 2 further tablets if required 4 hours later. No more than 6 tablets should be taken in any 24 hour period.
Nurofen contains 200mg of Ibuprofen. Contrary to popular belief, NurofenPlus is *not* 400mg Ibuprofen, but a mixture of Ibuprofen and Codeine - another strong pain killer. If you require Ibuprofen 400mg (commonly called "Ibuprofen ...
