Generic Codeine 60 mg

Description

A white Codeine 60 mg or LV 903 Pill is an opioid analgesic which is used to treat  mild pain and cough in patients. you can take Codeine directly or a combination of  analgesics like acetaminophen, NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs), Promethazine and others. It is available in both brand-name and generic forms and its generic form is less expensive than the brand-name medicine.

The well known and reputed manufacturers of codeine pills in the US are Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Teva Pharmaceuticals and manufacturers of its generic form are Sandoz, Mylan. This medication is approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) in the United States for the treatment of cough and pain.

How codeine 60mg work in human body

Codeine bind opioid receptors in the central nervous system including the mu-receptors, These receptors are a part of the spinal cord and brain. Binding of these receptors result in reduction of pain. It also helps in reducing cough by working on the brainstem opioid receptors and receptors present in the nerve endings that allow sensing. Codeine converts into morphine when metabolized in the liver. It causes sedation effects in the brain. This helps in relieving the effect of pain.

Uses of  Codeine 60 MG white pill

Doctors prescribe 60 mg codeine to reduce moderate pain when stronger opioids are not required. It can be administered as a single drug or combined with other analgesics like aspirin or others to reduce mild pain. Doctors also prescribe codeine to patients experiencing cough when other cough suppressants don’t work effectively.

side effects  of white Codeine 60 mg or LV 903 Pill

While on codeine 60 mg drug, some patients might experience side effects like:

• Dizziness
• Constipation
• Drowsiness
• Hypotension
• Headache
• Confusion
• Malaise
• Restlessness
• Liver and kidneys diseases
• Nausea and vomiting
• Blurred vision
• Decreased urination
• Dyspnea
• Stomachache
• Mental illness
• Sweating
• Serotonin syndrome
• Respiratory depression
• Dependency and serious withdrawal symptoms
• Allergy

It is advised to consult a doctor as soon as possible if you experience any of these side effects when consuming codeine for extended period of time.

Precautions Of Codeine 60 mg or LV 903 white Pill

Here are some precautions that should be taken while administering codeine 60 mg drug.

• Codeine should not be given to children under the age of 12 years, it can increase the risk of respiratory depression.
• It shouldn’t be consumed while on serotonergic drugs because it can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome.
• Patients with a history of substance abuse should be monitored closely while giving this drug because it has high potential of misuse and abuse.
• Always take the drug as prescribed by your healthcare provider because higher dose can increase the chances of adverse effects or overdose.
• If the patient experiences any severe side effects immediately report it to the doctor.
• Pregnant and breastfeeding women should always consult with a doctor before taking codeine 60 mg.
• It can interact with other drugs and cause serious side effects. It is advised to inform your healthcare provider if you are on other medication, read the label on the medicine carefully.
• Keep the drug out of children’s reach.
• Codeine shouldn’t be administered for longer period of time as it can cause dependency and serious withdrawal symptoms.
• Do not discontinue the drug abruptly, it can result in serious withdrawal symptoms and other life-threatening conditions.
• Do not break, chew or crush this medicine swallow it whole with a glass of water.