codeine

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One of the opium alkaloids; a white crystalline substance, C18H21NO3, similar to and regarded as a derivative of morphine, but much feebler in its action; -- called also codeia.

Source: Webster's dictionary

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As a result of the extensive study and use of this molecule, more than 250 morphine derivatives (also counting codeine and related drugs) have been developed since the last quarter of the 19th century. Source: Internet

A shortage in codeine-hydrocodone class cough suppressants (all of which can be made from morphine in one or more steps, as well as from codeine or thebaine) was the initial reason for the research. Source: Internet

Bangladeshi drug dealers and addicts buy the codeine cough syrup from this shack, owned by an Indian national, said locals. Source: Internet

Drugs in this schedule include: * Cough suppressants containing small amounts of codeine (e. Source: Internet

Many attribute his long-term dependence on opiates to his use of codeine as a painkiller during his convalescence. citation The trademark mustache he wore afterward was used to hide a scar on his upper lip resulting from the accident. Source: Internet

Morphine and codeine are strong narcotic pain killers. Source: Internet

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