How much does codeine cost at a pharmacy?
CODEINE is a pain reliever, also called an opioid. It is used to treat mild to moderate pain. The lowest GoodRx price for the most common version of generic Codeine is around $25.99, 64% off the average retail price of $72.27.
Is codeine over the counter anywhere?
Codeine is a widely used analgesic, that is available for sale in pharmacies over the counter (OTC) in a number of countries including the UK, South Africa, Ireland, France and Australia.
Why is codeine over the counter?
The Department of Health, through the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), has reviewed OTC access to codeine-containing medicines in Australia to ensure that regulation protects public health and safety. Codeine is a commonly used medicine of abuse.
Does CVS carry promethazine codeine?
Promethazine Hydrochloride/Codeine Phosphate 6.25mg-10mg/5mL Solution.
How much does a codeine bottle cost?
This is a generic drug. The average cost for 240 Bottle(s), 473ml of 6.25-10mg/5ml each, is $25.99. You can buy promethazine-codeine at the discounted price of $7.99 by using the WebMDRx coupon, a savings of 69%. Even if this drug is covered by Medicare or your insurance, we recommend you compare prices.
What is codeine used for?
Codeine is used to treat mild to moderate pain and also to reduce coughing. It is usually combined with other medicines, such as acetaminophen, in prescription pain medicines. It is frequently combined with other drugs in prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) cough and cold medicines.
Is promethazine a narcotic?
Technically, no, promethazine is not a narcotic, a term that’s frequently misused, often interchangeably as a reference to any sort of illegal substance.
How much codeine is too much?
Codeine should be used at the lowest effective dose for the shortest period of time. This dose may be taken, up to 4 times a day at intervals of not less than 6 hours. Maximum daily dose should not exceed 240mg. Adults: 30-60mg every four hours to a maximum dosage of 240mg daily.
Is codeine an opioid?
“Opioids” include prescription drugs such as codeine, morphine, oxycodone (OxyContin®, Percodan®, Percocet®), hydrocodone (Vicodin®, Lortab®, Lorcet®), and meperidine (Demerol®), as well as illegal drugs like heroin.