| Description | : | Codeine is a prescription opioid medication used to relieve moderate to severe pain. It is available in both tablet and liquid form, and it is typically taken orally. Codeine works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain, which reduces the perception of pain.
However, codeine is also a Schedule III controlled substance, which means that it has a high potential for abuse and addiction. When codeine is taken in high doses or for extended periods of time, it can lead to a number of serious health problems, including:
* Respiratory depression
* Heart problems
* Liver damage
* Seizures
* Coma
* Death |