Codeine Uses
Codeine is used for Pain Relief, Cough
How Codeine Works
Codeine binds to receptors in the brain (opioid receptors) that are important for transmitting the sensation of pain throughout the body and brain.
Common side effects of Codeine
Disorientation, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Euphoria, Hallucinations, Headache, Lack of Coordination, Lethargy, Light-Headedness, Indigestion, Nausea, Vomiting
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