Codeine is an opioid analgesic used to treat moderate to severe pain when the use of an opioid is indicated.
Codeine sulfate is a form of this drug that is commonly used.Codeine is a weak narcotic pain reliever and cough suppressant that is similar to morphine and hydrocodone.
Codeine meets the medical definition of a narcotic.Narcotic are a certain family of medications that slow brain activity. These are usually used to treat pain or as anesthetics.
