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What type of cough syrup has codeine in it?
Promethazine-codeine cough syrup. These prescription medications contain an opioid drug called codeine, which stops coughs, but when taken in higher doses produces a “buzz” or “high.”
How much codeine is in a cough syrup?
Codeine phosphate is an OTC cough suppressant. It contains 15 mg of codeine/5 mL. The maximum recommended dosage for an adolescent is 90 mg/day (6 spoonsful).
Is there codeine in Canadian cough syrup?
Currently in Canada, codeine-containing products have been authorized to relieve pain or supress cough, while products containing hydrocodone and normethadone have been authorized for cough suppression only.
Does Robitussin cough syrup have codeine in it?
Robitussin AC (guaifenesin / codeine) is a combination of two medications: guaifenesin and codeine. Guaifenesin is an expectorant that thins and loosens the mucus in your lungs, making it easier to cough it up. Codeine is an opioid medication that works in your brain to lessen your urge to cough.
What medicine has codeine in them?
List of Prescription Codeine and Tramadol Pain and Cough Medicines
| Medicines Containing Codeine | Medicines Containing Tramadol |
|---|---|
| Codeine Sulfate | Conzip |
| Butalbital, Acetaminopen, Caffeine, and Codeine phosphate | Ultracet |
| Fiorinal with codeine | Ultram |
| Soma Compound with codeine | Ultram ER |
Does Canada sell over the counter codeine?
OTC codeine is commonly sold in combination with acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) and acetaminophen in Canada, and both of these noncodeine drugs could cause similar collateral harms as a result of codeine misuse.
What countries have over the counter codeine?
Codeine is a widely used analgesic, that is available for sale in pharmacies over the counter (OTC) in a number of countries including the UK, South Africa, Ireland, France and Australia.