Co-Codamol

[mintymow]

I have problems sleeping but recently stumbled upon the fact that co-codamol can help. I had some at home which were prescribed when I had back pain and find it does help and have been getting quite good nights. I only take 2 about half an hour before bed. I am feeling a lot more awake during the day so am I doing any harm if I keep taking co-codamol at this dose.

[shoota]

It can have a harmful effect on your gut, I'd ask your doctor if I were you.

[pixie374]

No, but is it pain keeping you awake?

[dannyk13]

I don't think your GP would approve of using co-codamol as a sleeping tablet.

[elliemay1]

I think that dosage will eventually lead to constipation.

[pixie374]

It can lead to constipation and is also addictive. That is a low dose though and whether it's advisable or not will also depend on your age.

[Islander]

Yes....sooner or later you will need more to have the desired effect. Try not to use them unless you have to.

[mintymow]

Thanks for the answers. I will get a GP appointment and discuss my sleep problems with him again although I have never found he has much in the way of suggestions. Will ask his opinion on the co codamol.

[Sqad]

Co-codamol, one taken at night makes mintymow have a good nights sleep.
Small dose, non addictive (if that is an issue) with no serious side effects.

What is the problem?

[Bathsheba]

depends if they have 8mg of codeine or 30mg, I would have thought...

[Mamyalynne]

I take one 30/500 per night, both helps me sleep and reduces any likely pain from lying down for hours, GP aware and happy to prescribe.

[mintymow]

The ones I take are 15/500, currently I take 2 but will see if 1 is as good.