Dihydrocodeine is an opioid painkiller used to relieve moderate to severe pain when other pain relief hasn’t worked. It may be used for:
Back pain and sciatica
Arthritis and joint pain
Nerve pain (e.g. neuralgia)
Post-surgical pain
Dental pain
Injury-related pain
Important Info: Dihydrocodeine carries a risk of dependency if taken for extended periods. Only use for short-term pain relief (no longer than 3 days) unless advised otherwise by your doctor. Do not take with alcohol. May cause drowsiness.
Warnings: Not suitable if you have breathing problems, head injuries, or a history of addiction. Speak to your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking other medicines.