CODEINE
\kˈə͡ʊda͡ɪn], \kˈəʊdaɪn], \k_ˈəʊ_d_aɪ_n]\
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By Princeton University
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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An opioid analgesic related to MORPHINE but with less potent analgesic properties and mild sedative effects. It also acts centrally to suppress cough.
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
By William R. Warner
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An alkaloid discovered by Robiquet in opium, in 1832. It is soluble in water, alcohol and ether, and unites readily with acids. As a hypnotic, Magendie thinks one grain of codeia equal to half a grain of morphia. The muriate of codeia appears to be stronger than the pure codeia.
By Robley Dunglison