Therapeutic uses

The primary uses of Dihydrocodeine Continus 60mg are for severe and persistent pain, especially when other options are ineffective. These conditions can include:

Cancer pain and other chronic conditions: Dihydrocodeine Continus is specifically indicated for severe, long-term pain associated with cancer and other chronic illnesses.
Post-operative and injury pain: It can be used for moderate to severe pain following surgery or a serious injury if weaker painkillers have not worked.

How Dihydrocodeine Continus works

Dihydrocodeine is a semi-synthetic opioid analgesic that works in the central nervous system by:

Binding to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord.
Blocking pain signals from reaching the brain.
Depressing the cough reflex, though this requires a lower dose than is needed for pain relief.

The “Continus” part of the name refers to the modified-release formulation, which releases the active ingredient slowly and steadily over 12 hours. This provides a more even pain-relieving effect throughout the day compared to immediate-release tablets.