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Codeine is an opiate that is used for its analgesic, anti-anxiety, sedative, hypnotic, anti-hypertensive, antitussive, and antidiarrheal properties. The drug is sometimes used to slow or suppress premature labor contractions in pregnant women and is also prescribed to treat myocardial infraction. Codeine also has many other medical uses, and, though very unfortunate, it is also widely abused through recreational use.

If you need help finding treatment for codeine addiction, call our helpline at 800-291-1732 (Who Answers?) .

Our helpline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist you in finding codeine addiction treatment. We can also answer any questions you might have about codeine addiction or the uses of this medication for medical purposes.

Here you will find valuable information on the following topics:

Because codeine is one of the most widely used narcotics in the field of medical treatment, it is very important to have a solid understanding of the drug, its uses and the dangerous effects that may occur when the drug is taken improperly or if a codeine allergy is present. This drug is widely prescribed to treat pain and other conditions partly because it has a wide safety margin and, though widely effective for the treatment of pain, has a much lower strength than morphine and similar opiate based drugs. It should be noted that differences in the way that codeine is metabolized can change the effectiveness of the drug.

Why is Codeine Prescribed?

The most common medical purpose for codeine is to treat mild to moderate pain but the drug is also sometimes used to reduce coughing associated with bronchitis, whooping cough of other chronic cough. When prescribed to treat cough, codeine is usually prescribed with other medications that also work to reduce coughing. This can be very effective for adult patients but is not a recommended method of cough suppressant for children under 16 years old.

When prescribed to treat pain, codeine is usually combined with acetaminophen or aspirin. While the medication can help to relieve symptoms it is not a treatment for symptoms and will not work to speed the recovery process. In instances of pain, other physical therapy, rest or treatments may be required to fulfill the recovery and in instances in which codeine is prescribed for cough, other medications must also be prescribed or precautions taken to cure the cause of the cough.

Where do calls go?

For those seeking addiction treatment for themselves or a loved one, the Codeine.com is a private and convenient solution.

Calls to any general helpline (non-facility specific 1-8XX numbers) for your visit will be answered by American Addiction Centers (AAC).

We are standing by 24/7 to discuss your treatment options. Our representatives work solely for AAC and will discuss whether an AAC facility may be an option for you. Our helpline is offered at no cost to you and with no obligation to enter into treatment.

Neither Codeine.com nor AAC receives any commission or other fee that is dependent upon which treatment provider a visitor may ultimately choose.

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