Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
codeina
Noun
/ˈkoʊdiːn/
Definition
A medication primarily used to treat pain, coughing, and diarrhea.
Examples
- She was prescribed codeine to help manage her post-surgery pain.
- The cough syrup contained codeine as a primary ingredient.
Meaning
Codeine is an opioid that is used to relieve mild to moderate pain and to reduce coughing. It can also be used to treat diarrhea.
Synonyms
- Opioid
- Pain reliever
- Analgesic