Codeine Phosphate Tablet: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates

Codeine Phosphate Tablet

Generic namecodeine phosphate
Drug classopioid analgesic (opioid painkiller)
FormsOral tablet (15 mg, 30 mg, and 60 mg strengths), Oral solution (liquid)

Codeine is a type of strong painkiller called an opioid. It contains codeine, which can cause addiction, and you can get withdrawal symptoms if you stop taking it suddenly. It is only available with a prescription.