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Codeine is an opioid medicine used to treat pain. Codeine is also used to suppress cough. It is available as 15-mg, 30-mg, and 60-mg tablets. All are taken by mouth. Codeine also can be combined with other medicines, such as:
Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, hives, itching, chills, fever, headache, muscle ache, shortness of breath, coughing, tightness in the throat, swelling of the face or neck.
Not all patients who take codeine will experience these side effects. Common side effects are bolded, but there may be others. Please report all suspected side effects to your doctor or pharmacist.
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Be sure to discuss all questions and instructions with your doctor or pharmacist.