codeine

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The off-duty officer also noted there appeared to be several bottles of “Lean” in the car, which is the street name for a liquid drink made of codeine and promethazine.

From Washington Post

Cesko pleaded guilty in February to 20 counts, acknowledging that he unlawfully prescribed codeine cough syrup and opiates to minor, female patients, and on several occasions that he unlawfully prescribed opiates to a pregnant minor.

From Washington Times

The clamor caught the attention of the Afghan Ministry of Public Health, which tested the compound and found that it contained several highly addictive ingredients, including opioids such as morphine and codeine.

From Salon

Sorenson’s ex-husband reported finding codeine in a safe at her home; the prescription was in McGraw’s name.

From Washington Times

Opioids, such as codeine and morphine, are given by doctors to control pain.

From BBC