| What is codeine? |
| Codeine is a narcotic analgesic which relieves mild to severe pain. It is also a cough supressant and helps relieve diarrhea. This particular substance is an alkaloid found in opium. |
| Who controls it and why? |
| In the United States codeine is regulated by the Controlled Substances Act. The FDA considers codeine a level III drug which means that...
A) Codeine has the potential to be abused, but less than that of level I or II drugs.
B) Codeine has a currently accepted medical use.
C) Codeine may lead to physical or psycological dependence.
If used improperly, bad things could happen. |
| Use it or not! |
| This drug should be used only by perscription, and is for those who suffer from moderate to severe pain, severe cough, or have bad diarrhea. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!CAUTION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YOU SHOULD NOT USE CODEINE PRODUCTS IF........you have things like kidney disease, liver disease, asthma, urinary retention, prostate problems, hypothyroidism, seizures or epilipsy, gallbladder disease, a head injury, or Addison's disease without consulting a doctor. Talk to your doctor. |
| Side effects include... |
| Missing a dose could cause problems, but NEVER DOUBLE DOSE!!!!!!! This medicine is taken orally. FOLLOW DIRECTIONS. Severe side effects include difficulty breathing, swelling in your tongue, lips, or face, or even hives. Also it can cause seizures, chills, severe weakness or dizziness, and unconscousness. IF ANY OF THESE SIDE EFFECTS OCCUR STOP TAKING CODEINE AND SEEK EMERGENCY MEDICAL HELP!!!!!!! Less serious side effects are dehydration symtoms such as constipation, drymouth, nausea, vomiting or decreased appetite. This may cause slight dizziness or lightheadedness, muscle twitches, sweating, itching, decreased sex drive and urination. NEVER STOP TAKING CODEINE SUDDENLY IF YOU HAVE TAKEN IT 5-7 CONSECUTIVE DAYS. IT MAY CAUSE ADVERSE PHYSICAL AND PSYCOLOGICAL EFFECTS. |
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