Associations to the word «Codeine»

Wiktionary

CODEINE, noun. (pharmaceutical drug) An addictive alkaloid narcotic derived from opium and used as a hypnotic, analgesic and cough suppressant; often mixed with aspirin etc.

Dictionary definition

CODEINE, noun. Derivative of opium; used as an antitussive (to relieve coughing) and an analgesic (to relieve pain).

Wise words

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