Definitions for Codeine
ˈkoʊ dincodeine

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. codeinenoun

   derivative of opium; used as an antitussive (to relieve coughing) and an analgesic (to relieve pain)

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. codeinenoun

   An addictive alkaloid narcotic derived from opium and used as a hypnotic, analgesic and cough suppressant; often mixed with aspirin etc.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Codeine

   Codeine is an opiate and prodrug of morphine mainly used to treat pain, coughing, and diarrhea. It is also commonly used as a recreational drug. It is found naturally in the sap of the opium poppy, Papaver somniferum. It is typically used to treat mild to moderate degrees of pain. Greater benefit may occur when combined with paracetamol (acetaminophen) or a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) such as aspirin or ibuprofen. Evidence does not support its use for acute cough suppression in children or adults. In Europe, it is not recommended as a cough medicine in those under 12 years of age. It is generally taken by mouth. It typically starts working after half an hour, with maximum effect at two hours. Its effects last for about four to six hours. Codeine exhibits abuse potential similar to other opioid medications.Common side effects include vomiting, constipation, itchiness, lightheadedness, and drowsiness. Serious side effects may include breathing difficulties and addiction. Whether its use in pregnancy is safe is unclear. Care should be used during breastfeeding, as it may result in opiate toxicity in the baby. Its use as of 2016 is not recommended in children. Codeine works following being broken down by the liver into morphine; how quickly this occurs depends on a person's genetics.Codeine was discovered in 1832 by Pierre Jean Robiquet. In 2013, about 361,000 kg (795,000 lb) of codeine were produced while 249,000 kg (549,000 lb) were used, which made it the most commonly taken opiate. It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines. Codeine occurs naturally and makes up about 2% of opium.

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1. codeine

   Codeine is a powerful narcotic medication used to relieve pain and suppress coughs. It is an opioid drug derived from the opium poppy plant, Papaver somniferum. Codeine can be prescribed alone or in combination with other medications and is often used when over-the-counter medications don't provide sufficient relief. However, it has potential for abuse and addiction, and its use is controlled and regulated by law in many countries.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Codeinenoun

   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

2. Etymology: [Gr. kw`deia poppy head: cf. F. codine.]

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1. Codeine

   Codeine or 3-methylmorphine is an opiate used for its analgesic, antitussive, antidiarrheal, antihypertensive, anxiolytic, antidepressant, sedative and hypnotic properties. It is also used to suppress premature labor contractions, myocardial infarction, and has many other potential and indicated uses. Codeine is the second-most predominant alkaloid in opium, at up to three percent. Although codeine can be extracted from natural sources, a semi-synthetic process is the primary source of codeine for pharmaceutical use. It is considered the prototype of the weak to midrange opioids.

U.S. National Library of MedicineRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Codeine

   An opioid analgesic related to MORPHINE but with less potent analgesic properties and mild sedative effects. It also acts centrally to suppress cough.

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1. • Analgesic
   • Opiate

How to pronounce Codeine?

1. Alex

   US English

   David

   US English

   Mark

   US English

   Daniel

   British

   Libby

   British

   Mia

   British

   Karen

   Australian

   Hayley

   Australian

   Natasha

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   Veena

   Indian

   Priya

   Indian

   Neerja

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   Zira

   US English

   Oliver

   British

   Wendy

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   Fred

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   Tessa

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of Codeine in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of Codeine in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

Examples of Codeine in a Sentence

1. Lee Cantrell:

   Acetaminophen, caffeine, codeine, those are ones that people would probably recognize.

2. Eric Adams:

   You're not going to walk into Duane Reade and take whatever you want and walk out, you're not going to hop over the counter and take codeine and other drugs... You're not going to drive motorcycles through the streets, pulling people out and assaulting them merely because of a traffic accident. You're not going to openly inject yourself with drugs. You're not going to just do whatever you want in the city.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=Codeine
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Codeine
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Codeine
4. ^ ChatGPT
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5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Codeine
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=Codeine