Codeine is an opioid medication used to treat mild to moderate pain and as a cough suppressant. It is often combined with other medications like acetaminophen or aspirin for enhanced pain relief.
Codeine works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord, which helps block pain signals and reduce the body's pain response. It also acts as a central cough suppressant, reducing the urge to cough.
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