Codeine is a prescription opioid used to treat mild to moderate pain and sometimes to relieve cough.

🔹 What it does

Codeine works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain, reducing the perception of pain and suppressing the cough reflex.

🔹 Common uses

• Pain relief (often combined with paracetamol/acetaminophen)
• Cough suppression in certain conditions

🔹 Effects

• Pain relief
• Relaxation and mild sedation
• Reduced urge to cough