Codeine Addiction Help Centre
Nurofen Plus*, Panafen Plus**, Panadeine*** Addiction
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Please note that changes to the sale of codeine products in Australia take effect from May 1, 2010. Pack sizes will be limited and you will need to ask a Pharmacist for codeine products.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS SITE IS CURRENTLY CLOSED TO NEW MEMBERS.
If you feel that these changes will adversely affect your health and wellbeing, please consult your GP or Addiction Service. There is a Drug and Alcohol Centre at every major public hospital in Australia.
All Prospective Members Should Read Our Introduction File
If you feel like codeine pills are taking over your life, we can help you.
You are not alone
This site has helped thousands of opiate addicts over the last 6 years. Join us for information on detox methods and relapse prevention strategies as well as support from our community members who are all codeine addicts in recovery.
If your body is used to having codeine (i.e. physically dependent), you will have withdrawals when you try and stop. Withdrawals can be very mild (flu-like symptoms) or quite severe - depending on a range of factors including how much you take, how often, for how long you have been taking codeine for, and your underlying health. Some people experience lingering withdrawals for months after coming off codeine and may require some ongoing medical support.
You can get advice and help from your Dr, a Drug and Alcohol Centre, or you can try and do it on your own. It is always better to get help from a health professional if you have that option.
There are a variety of detox methods available, some require a Dr or Drug and Alcohol practitioner:
Join us for information on contacting drug and alcohol professionals or to talk with other codeine addicts.
* Nurofen Plus is a Registered Trademark of Reckitt Benckiser.
** Panafen Plus, and *** Panadeine are Registered Trademarks of GlaxoSmithKline.
Disclaimer
All information provided on this site is indended for information only and should not be regarded as medical or legal advice. Medicines are invaluable when used correctly and in accordance with the instructions. We encourage anyone suffering with a codeine dependence to seek help from their treating doctor and an addiction specialist. Messages posted on the forum are the views and opinions of the original poster only and the administrators take no responsibility for them.
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