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Can I eat this with Co-dydramol?
Alcohol increases sleepiness and side effects. Simple meals help nausea. Fibre, water and exercise help constipation.
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Quick answers
- Should I take Co-dydramol with food?
- You can take co-dydramol with or without food.
- Can I drink alcohol with Co-dydramol?
- Yes, with care. Stop drinking during the first few days until you see how co-dydramol affects you. Avoid if you feel sleepy.
- Can I eat rich food with Co-dydramol?
- Yes, with care. Stick to simple meals if you feel or are sick. Avoid rich or spicy food.
- Can I eat spicy food with Co-dydramol?
- Yes, with care. Stick to simple meals if you feel or are sick. Avoid rich or spicy food.
- Can I drink coffee with Co-dydramol?
- Yes, with care. Avoid coffee if co-dydramol makes you dizzy.
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1 · What do you take?
Alcohol increases sleepiness and side effects. Simple meals help nausea. Fibre, water and exercise help constipation.
Co-dydramol can make you sleepy and dizzy. Alcohol adds to this and raises the risk of serious side effects. If you feel or are sick, stick to simple meals and avoid rich or spicy food. For constipation, eat more fibre, drink water and try to exercise regularly.
Browse our medication food guides →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: You can take co-dydramol with or without food.
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Further reading on Co-dydramol
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About co-dydramol
NHS medicines information on co-dydramol – what it's used for and key facts.
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Who can and cannot take co-dydramol
NHS medicines information on who can take co-dydramol and who may not be able to take it.
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How and when to take co-dydramol
NHS medicines information on dosage for co-dydramol, how to take it and what to do if you miss a dose or take too much.
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Side effects of co-dydramol
NHS medicines information on side effects of co-dydramol and what you can do to cope.
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Taking co-dydramol with other medicines and herbal supplements
NHS medicines information on possible interactions with co-dydramol and other medicines, herbal remedies and supplements.
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