codeine

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a crystalline alkaloid, morphine methyl ether that is used as an analgesic and antitussive. It is a controlled substance.
codeine sulfate/codeine phosphate,
generic codeine;

drug class: narcotic analgesic, controlled substance schedule II, Canada N;
action: depresses pain impulse transmission in central nervous system by interacting with opioid receptors;
uses: mild-to-moderate pain, nonproductive cough.
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