CODEINE
Source: new.health-center.com

Common prescription names for Codeine:

Codeine Phosphate
Codeine Sulfate

Codeine is commonly given for pain relief to people who have undergone surgery or who have serious injuries. Codeine acts in the brain to decrease the feeling of pain and to reduce emotional response to pain. It is also used to treat coughs (antitussive)

Codeine is a narcotic analgesic or a narcotic pain killer. Codeine is made from poppy flowers, which are also used to make heroin and opium. Because codeine is made from poppies it can be very addictive. Always make sure you follow your doctor's and pharmacist's directions if you are prescribed narcotic analgesics.

Most common side effects: constipation; drowsiness; dry mouth; urinary retention

Occasional side effects: allergic reactions: skin rash, hives, itching; dizziness; impaired concentration; sensation of drunkeness; confusion; depression; blurred or double vision; nausea or vomiting.

Least common side effects: allergic reactions: severe skin reactions, anaphylaxis; delirium; hallucinations; excitement; increased sensitivity to pain;

Risks: seizures; liver toxicity; porphyria

Symptoms of Overdose: drowsiness; restlessness; agitation; nausea; vomiting; dry mouth; vertigo; weakness; lethargy; stupor; coma; seizures

Codeine is often mixed with other analgesics. Many of these codeine mixtures can be purchased over the counter. Some of the side effects of codeine and analgesic mixtures are very different from those of straight codeine prescriptions.
 

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