Description
Overview
CONTAINS OPIOID – Can cause Addiction. Use For NO MORE THAN 3 DAYS
How does the dual-action system of Migraleve Complete Tablets work? Migraleve Complete Tablets offer a unique two-stage treatment designed to tackle the complex symptoms of a migraine attack. A standard pack contains two distinct types of tablets which are Migraleve Pink Tablets and Migraleve Yellow Tablets. The Migraleve Pink Tablets are formulated to be taken at the very first sign of a migraine. Migraleve Pink Tablets contain three active ingredients including paracetamol and codeine phosphate and buclizine hydrochloride. Buclizine hydrochloride is an antiemetic agent which means the ingredient works to prevent feelings of sickness and vomiting that often accompany a migraine. By treating the nausea immediately Migraleve Pink Tablets help the body to absorb the painkillers effectively before gastric stasis or vomiting can interfere with digestion.
What is the role of the Migraleve Yellow Tablets? Once the initial nausea has been controlled with the Migraleve Pink Tablets, the user can switch to the Migraleve Yellow Tablets to maintain pain relief. Migraleve Yellow Tablets contain paracetamol and codeine phosphate but do not contain buclizine. Codeine phosphate is an opioid analgesic which binds to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord to block the transmission of pain signals. Paracetamol works alongside codeine to lower the user’s temperature and reduce the production of prostaglandins which are chemicals that cause pain and inflammation. This combination in Migraleve Yellow Tablets provides continued relief from the headache without the additional drowsiness often caused by anti-sickness ingredients.
What specific migraine symptoms do Migraleve Complete Tablets treat? Migraleve Complete Tablets are indicated for the relief of the full spectrum of migraine symptoms. Migraleve Complete Tablets treat the moderate to severe headache pain that is typical of a migraine. Migraleve Complete Tablets also specifically target the nausea and vomiting associated with the condition. Furthermore Migraleve Complete Tablets can help to alleviate the sensitivity to light and sound known as photophobia and phonophobia which frequently occur during an attack.
Who Is It For
Who are Migraleve Complete Tablets suitable for? Migraleve Complete Tablets are suitable for adults and children aged 12 years and over. Migraleve Complete Tablets are intended for individuals who suffer from migraines that are accompanied by nausea or vomiting. Migraleve Complete Tablets are particularly useful for patients who find that standard painkillers are ineffective because the nausea prevents the patient from keeping the medication down. Migraleve Complete Tablets are not suitable for children under 12 years of age or for patients with compromised respiratory function due to the presence of codeine.
Usage Instructions
How to take Migraleve Complete Tablets correctly? For adults and children aged 12 years and over the treatment should start with two Migraleve Pink Tablets swallowed with water at the first sign of a migraine attack. If the migraine persists the user can take two Migraleve Yellow Tablets four hours after the initial dose. Migraleve Yellow Tablets can then be taken every four hours as required. Users must not take more than eight tablets in total in any 24-hour period. This total must consist of two Migraleve Pink Tablets and six Migraleve Yellow Tablets.
How long can Migraleve Complete Tablets be used for? Migraleve Complete Tablets contain codeine which can be addictive if used continuously. Therefore Migraleve Complete Tablets should only be used for a maximum of three days. If the pain has not improved after three days the user should stop taking Migraleve Complete Tablets and consult a doctor. Frequent use of painkillers for headaches can lead to medication-overuse headache where the medication itself causes the headaches to return more often.
Warnings
When should Migraleve Complete Tablets be avoided? Migraleve Complete Tablets contain codeine which is an opioid. Migraleve Complete Tablets are contraindicated meaning they must not be used by patients who are known to be ultra-rapid metabolisers of codeine as this can lead to dangerously high levels of morphine in the blood. Migraleve Complete Tablets should not be used by breastfeeding mothers because codeine passes into breast milk and can cause breathing problems in the baby. Users should avoid Migraleve Complete Tablets if the user has liver or kidney failure or acute asthma.
Safety advice regarding drowsiness? Migraleve Complete Tablets can cause significant drowsiness due to the combination of codeine and buclizine. This sedative effect can impair cognitive function and reaction times. Users should not drive or operate heavy machinery while taking Migraleve Complete Tablets until the user knows how the medication affects them. Migraleve Complete Tablets can enhance the effects of alcohol so users should avoid drinking alcohol during treatment.
Alternatives
Common alternatives to Migraleve Complete Tablets? If Migraleve Complete Tablets are not suitable or a different active ingredient is preferred common alternatives include: Imigran Recovery: Contains sumatriptan which is a triptan medication that works by narrowing the dilated blood vessels in the brain that cause migraine pain. Buccastem M Tablets: Contains prochlorperazine which is a dedicated anti-sickness medicine that dissolves between the gum and lip to treat nausea and vomiting specifically. Paramol Tablets: Contains dihydrocodeine and paracetamol which offers a different form of opioid pain relief for those who may not tolerate codeine phosphate well. Anadin Extra Caplets: A triple-action formula containing aspirin and paracetamol and caffeine which provides strong pain relief without using opioids.
