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Codeine is the world's most widely used opiate. It is used mainly for it's analgesic and anti diarrheal properties. Many times, codeine is marketed in combinations with acetaminophen, acetylsalicylic acid, and ibuprofen.

5 Great Resources on Codeine

• RXList: Codeine Sulfate
• WebMD: Codeine
• Drugs.com: Codeine
• Consumer Reports: Codeine
• Wikipedia: Codeine

5 Latest Headlines on Codeine

• More Codeine News from Topix

What is Codeine?

• Addiction-Rehabilitation: What is Codeine?
• Meditox: Codeine
• AddictionStudies: What is Codeine?

What Are The Uses for Codeine?

• MedlinePlus: Why is this medication prescribed?
• Wikipedia: Uses of Codeine
• PatientUK: Use of Codeine
• Medscape: Therapeutic Uses of Codeine in Pediatric Patients(Registration Required)

What Are The Side Effects, Interactions and Precautions for Codeine?

• MedlinePlus: Side Effects of Codeine
• RXList: Codeine Side Effects
• Wikipedia: Adverse Effects of Codeine

What are the Holistic Alternatives and Alternatives to Codeine?

• JasonProgram: Alternatives to Codeine
• Morphine
• Hydrocodone
• Naproxen
• Vicodin

Wisdom, Blogs and Message Boards about Codeine

• HealthBoards: Pain Management
• WrongDiagnosis: Headache | Rare Diseases
• WebMD: Codeine Warning for Breastfeeding Moms

Clinical Trials for Codeine

• ClinicalTrials.gov: Clinical Trials on Codeine
• CenterWatch: Codeine Clinical Trials

Abuse of Codeine

• Narconon: Codeine Addiction
• ClearHavenCenter: Cocaine Addiction and Abuse
• Wikipedia: Recreational Use of Codeine
• Join Together: Abuse of Codeine Cough Syrup

Scientific and Medical Journal Articles on Codeine

• PubMed Central: Codeine Archives
• JAMA: Codeine
• Google Scholar: Codeine

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