Can I take Alcohol and Codeine together?

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Both alcohol and codeine are 'central nervous system depressants'. This means they both slow down the activity of your brain and nervous system. When taken together, they 'double up' on this effect, making the impact much stronger and more dangerous than taking either one alone.

You should strictly avoid drinking any alcohol while taking codeine. Even small amounts of alcohol can significantly increase the risk of serious side effects. If you feel unusually sleepy or have any difficulty breathing, seek emergency medical help immediately.

Asthma or breathing problems

Do not take codeine if you have severe asthma or breathing difficulties, as it can dangerously slow down your breathing.

الرضاعة الطبيعية

Do not take codeine while breastfeeding. It can pass into breast milk and cause life-threatening breathing problems or extreme sleepiness in your baby.

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