Comparing Codeine vs Dihydrocodeine / Guaifenesin
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Prescription only
Codeine is used to relieve mild-to-moderate pain where treatment with an opioid is appropriate. However, it is addictive, may cause constipation and drowsiness, and its pain-relieving effects vary... View more |
Prescription only
Prescribed for Cough, Cough and Nasal Congestion. Dihydrocodeine / guaifenesin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. |
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Codeine has an average rating of 7.8 out of 10 from a total of 70 ratings on Drugs.com. 70% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 16% reported a negative effect. |
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| Side Effects Experienced by Users Side effects are reported in Drugs.com user reviews and not clinically verified. | |||||||||
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Lower cost generic |
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| Half Life Drug half-life is the time required for plasma concentration to reduce to half its original value. | |||||||||
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3.5 hours |
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| CSA Schedule 1 View glossary of CSA terms | |||||||||
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High potential for abuse
Has a high potential for abuse. Has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States or a currently accepted medical use with severe restrictions. Abuse may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence. |
Moderate abuse potential
Has a potential for abuse less than those in schedules 1 and 2. Has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States. Abuse may lead to moderate or low physical dependence or high psychological dependence. |
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Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
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Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
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A total of 524 drugs are known to interact with Codeine:
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A total of 530 drugs are known to interact with Dihydrocodeine / guaifenesin:
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| First Approval Date | |||||||||
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July 16, 2009 |
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1 The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.
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