noun
- A bitter alkaloid drug derived from opium or synthesized, used in medicine as a painkiller and cough suppressant.
Usage: pharmaceutical/medical term; often used in combination with other drugs
Examples
- The doctor prescribed codeine to help manage the patient's severe cough.
- Codeine is a common ingredient in many over-the-counter cough syrups.
- Some people experience drowsiness as a side effect of codeine.
- The medication contains codeine combined with acetaminophen for pain relief.
- Codeine is classified as a controlled substance in many countries due to its potential for dependence.