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Codeine

Codeine Information

  1. Codeine Benefits & Uses
  2. Codeine Dosage & How to Take
  3. Codeine Side Effects
  4. Codeine Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Codeine with Other Drugs
  6. Codeine Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Codeine
  8. Codeine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Codeine Benefits & Uses

Codeine is used to treat the following -

  1. Pain Primary
  2. Cough Primary
  3. Diarrhoea

Codeine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

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Ingredients of Codeine

Codeine

Codeine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Codeine is used -

  1. Cns stimulation
  2. Confusion
  3. Constipation Moderate
  4. Dizziness Mild
  5. Drowsiness
  6. Headache दुर्लभ
  7. Decreased blood pressure
  8. Lightheadedness
  9. Restlessness
  10. Tachycardia
  11. Euphoria

Codeine Related Warnings

Is the use of Codeine safe for pregnant women?

Codeine shows severe effect on pregnant women. For this reason, take it after medical advice only. Taking it with your desire can be harmful.

Severe

Is the use of Codeine safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Codeine may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Codeine should not be taken unless your doctor says it is necessary.

Severe

What is the effect of Codeine on the Kidneys?

Codeine is rarely harmful for kidney.

Mild

What is the effect of Codeine on the Liver?

Liver can be affected by Codeine. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate

What is the effect of Codeine on the Heart?

Codeine can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Codeine with Other Drugs

Codeine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Fentanyl

Aripiprazole

Morphine

Paracetamol,Tramadol

    Alprazolam

    Baclofen

    Codeine Contraindications

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Codeine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

    1. Infections
    2. Hypothyroidism
    3. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension)
    4. Kidney Disease
    5. Arrhythmia
    6. Liver Disease
    7. Drug Addiction

    Frequently asked Questions about Codeine

    Is this Codeine habit forming or addictive?

    Yes, there is a possibility of developing a habit of Codeine. Talk to doctor before taking it.

    Yes

    Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

    After taking Codeine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine. It can be dangerous, as Codeine can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous

    Is it safe?

    " Yes, Codeine it is safe but take it after seeking your doctor's advice."

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise

    Is it able to treat mental disorders?

    No, the use of Codeine in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

    Codeine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    Interaction between Food and Codeine

    There is no information on the effects of food and Codeine because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

    Unknown

    Interaction between Alcohol and Codeine

    Taking alcohol with Codeine can be dangerous.

    Severe
    This medicine data has been created by -
    Md Saadullah
    M.Pharma, Pharmacy
    3 Years of Experience
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    Vikas Chauhan
    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    2 Years of Experience
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    References

    1. Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Actacode ( codeine phosphate hemihydrate)
    2. KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 474
    3. April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 341-342