About dihydrocodeine tartrate
Opioid pain reliever
Used for
- Relief of moderate to severe pain when other painkillers are inadequate.
Usual adult dose
Usually 60–120 mg every 12 hours; dose depends on pain and prior opioid use.
Common side effects
- Constipation
- Nausea or vomiting
- Drowsiness or dizziness
- Breathing suppression
Important warnings
- Can cause dependence, addiction, and overdose.
- Alcohol and sedatives increase dangerous sleepiness and breathing problems.
- Do not crush or chew sustained-release tablets.
- Avoid driving if drowsy or impaired.
Pregnancy
Use only if clinically necessary; prolonged use may cause newborn withdrawal, and use near delivery may depress newborn breathing.
Breastfeeding
Generally avoid; dihydrocodeine can cause serious infant sleepiness or breathing problems.
Interactions
- Benzodiazepines and other sedatives: increased sedation and breathing suppression.
- Alcohol: increased sedation and overdose risk.
- Some antidepressants and other medicines may alter opioid effects or increase side effects.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.