III. CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM

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III. CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM

Analgesics and antipyretic (opiated)

Product:	Morphine
For Children:	Contra-indicated in children below 12 years
For Pregnant Women:	Contra-indicated. Depresses neo-natal respiration
For Breastfeeding Mothers:	Use if clearly indicated
*Contra-indications:**	In hepatic and renal dysfunction
Caution:	Hyper-thyroidism

Product:	Codeine
For Children:	Should be avoided for below 1 year
For Pregnant Women:	Caution - may adversely affect the baby's breathing if taken during labour
For Breastfeeding Mothers:	To be used with caution
*Contra-indications:**	In hepatic and renal dysfunction
Caution:	Being a narcotic, it can be habit-forming

Analgesics and antipyretic (non-narcotic)

Product:	Aspirin
For Children:	Safety not established
For Pregnant Women:	Safety not clearly established
For Breastfeeding Mothers:	Use only if clearly indicated
*Contra-indications:**	In cases of ulcer
Caution:	Can cause irritation to the gastro-intestinal (GI) system

Product:	Paracetamol
For Children:	Under 3 months extreme caution
For Pregnant Women:	No evidence of risk with occasional use
For Breastfeeding Mothers:	No evidence of risk
*Contra-indications:**	In hepatic and renal dysfunction
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Anti-psychotics

Product:	Chlorpromazine
For Children:	Should not be used below six months
For Pregnant Women:	Contra-indicated
For Breastfeeding Mothers:	Not recommended
*Contra-indications:**	In chronic respiratory disease
Caution:	Avoid skin drug contact

Hypnotics and sedatives

Product:	Diazepam
For Children:	Safe
For Pregnant Women:	Contra-indicated
For Breastfeeding Mothers:	Safety not established
*Contra-indications:**	Respiratory depression
Caution:	Can cause psychological/physical dependence

*Not to be used in the conditions stated, because it could cause complications

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