Codeine - Pharmacokinetics - Article Index

Encyclopedia - Codeine: Encyclopedia - Codeine
Codeine Codeine (INN) or methylmorphine is an opioid used for its analgesic, antitussive and antidiarrheal properties. It is marketed as...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Codeine: Encyclopedia Ii - Codeine - Pharmacokinetics
Codeine is considered a prodrug, since it is metabolised in vivo to the principal active analgesic agent morphine. It is, however, less p...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Codeine: Encyclopedia Ii - Codeine - Recreational Use
Codeine is often used as a recreational drug. This may be due to its easy availability over-the-counter or on prescription in combination...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Codeine: Encyclopedia Ii - Codeine - Controlled Substance
In the United States, codeine is regulated by the Controlled Substances Act. It is a Schedule II controlled substance for pain-relief pro...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Codeine: Encyclopedia Ii - Codeine - Adverse Effects
Common adverse drug reactions (ADRs) associated with the use of codeine include: Itching, nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, dry mouth, miosis...   » Read the article

Encyclopedia - Codeine: Encyclopedia Ii - Codeine - Indications
Approved indications for codeine include: Cough, though its efficacy has been disputed (Schroeder & Fahey, 2001) Diarrhea Mild to mo...   » Read the article