Codeine

Categories: Health | Drugs
    • First Isolated: 1832
    • Drug class: Opiate
    • Source: Opium Poppy
    • Molecular mass: 299.364 g/mol
    • Regulated under the Controlled Substances Act
    • Legal status: Schedule II
  • Codeine is a narcotic pain reliever intended to treat mild to moderate pain.MedlinePlus: Codeine

    While codeine maybe taken on its own, it is often an ingredient in various medications combined with other analgesics such as acetaminophen and aspirin.

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  • Addiction

    Codeine has the potential to be abused. In fact, addiction to various painkillers has become a growing problem around the world.
  • Disclaimer

    The content on this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor before taking any product containing Codeine.

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