Tons Of Released Drugs Taint US Water Apr 20, 2009
Codeine Found In Delaware River. JEFF DONN, Associated Press Writers. (Click2Houston, TX)
Oxycodone Effective Against Shingles Pain Apr 8, 2009
More severe cases might call for use of Tylenol with codeine or oxycodone ... The guidelines call for definite use of antiviral medications in all patients older than 50 years of age, and in younger patients under certain conditions, as well as consideration of a broad group of medications ranging from over-the-counter drugs like ibuprofen to Tylenol with codeine or oxycodone. (Science Daily)
Fort Oglethorpe Police Report: March 20-26 Apr 2, 2009
was arrested on March 20 and charged with possession of codeine, possession of amphetamines, possession of Ambien, drugs not in original container, D.U.I., and failure to maintain lane. Jennifer Roach, 22, of 124 Donna Lane, Rossville, was arrested on March 20 and charged with fleeing, driving on suspended license, and reckless driving. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Codeine Use And Accident Risk Mar 26, 2009
25, 2009) The risk of being involved in a traffic accident with personal injury is significantly higher among codeine users than non-users. However, sporadic or moderate use of codeine alone does not carry an increased risk, according to a newly published by the Norwegian Institute of Public Health ... Codeine and tramadol are painkillers in the opiate group, used for mild to moderate pain. (Science Daily)
Washington County Sheriff’s Department Mar 24, 2009
Fugitive from justice/ possession of codeine, Terrebonne Parish, La. warrant. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Cops confiscate drugs, gun after brief chase Mar 15, 2009
One passenger, who police identified as Jessica Noelle Spurlock, 17, of Galveston, was charged with possession of a 9 mm pistol, 344 grams of codeine, 158 grams of marijuana, 66. 7 grams of PCP, 13 Xanax and 2 ecstasy pills, Price said. (KHOU.com, TX)
Prescriptions written for Anna Nicole Smith Mar 13, 2009
- promethazine with codeine, an antihistamine and sedative. - clonazepam, an anticonvulsant, muscle relaxant. (Anchorage Daily News)
FBI, police release list of 'Taliban' gang arrests Mar 10, 2009
The raids also confiscated a "large quantity" of Ecstasy pills, cocaine base, codeine and other narcotics, plus "evidence related to the manufacturing of narcotics.". All arrests were made without incident in raids conducted simultaneously in East Palo Alto and other Bay Area cities, the FBI reported. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Weapons, cash, drugs cars seized in raids Mar 8, 2009
The raids also confiscated a "large quantity" of Ecstasy pills, cocaine base, codeine and other narcotics, plus "evidence related to the manufacturing of narcotics.". There were 20 arrests on Saturday, in addition to six related arrests of Taliban gang members on March 5 and 6, officials recounted in a detailed follow-up report to the 7 a.m. raids. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Probation for pill thief caught on deer cam Mar 6, 2009
According to court documents, her neighbors suspected someone was stealing codeine from them and set up a motion-sensitive deer cam, which later caught Dulek in the act of stealing their medications last April. Dulek was charged with another three counts of felony burglary in January for an incident prosecutors said. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Costa: I was so sick my flu had the flu Mar 5, 2009
Don t despair, America, Captain Codeine will rescue you. My wife rolled her eyes as she saw me zooming toward the car and started the engine. (Westford Eagle, MA)
Man charged with sneaking codeine into jail Mar 4, 2009
According to the criminal complaint made available Monday, Rojas-Gasca was on work-release from the jail Jan. 5 and returned with a prescription bottle containing codeine that wasn t prescribed to him. He initially said he got the pills from the hospital, but later admitted getting them from his wife because they worked for her, court documents show. (Winona Daily News, MN)
The Fives: The King, the Russians and the Polish Rifle leave an indelible mark on the history of the Civic Center Mar 3, 2009
A little more than a month later, he is found dead at his home in Graceland, the apparent victim of an overdose of prescription drugs including codeine, Valium, morphine and Demorol. The Polish Rifle vs. the silky shooter. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Maury and Me Mar 2, 2009
Pain is preferable to painkillers spiked with codeine. (Evidently I would've made a lousy druggie or at least an inexpensive one. (Townhall.com)
Understanding Gout Feb 27, 2009
Control of pain may require a mild narcotic such as codeine. Other treatment may include Colchicine which yields dramatic results but carries severe side effects which include nausea and severe diarrhea. (Suite101.com)
Sentinel Lunchtime Blog (Cops & Courts): Drug issues Feb 27, 2009
And if cough medicine with codeine is Sched ... 3 substances -- anabolic steroids, codeine, some barbituates and hydrocodone with aspirin or Tylenol -- may lead to moderate or low physical dependence or high psychological dependence ... It is not far from the truth to say it was created specifically so the experts knew where to put cough medicines that contain codeine. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
State, feds disagree on use of opioids Feb 25, 2009
In its report in June, the Institute s message was that Vicodin, codeine, OxyContin and other heavy-duty painkillers may be necessary, but doctors, insurers and injured workers should proceed with caution. The organization questioned how such so-called opioid drugs are used to treat chronic back pain among California workers injured on the job. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Sandy Koufax's 1965 and 1966 Season... Feb 22, 2009
Cortisone, Codeine and a Downright Dangerous Drug ... In the mid-1960s, however, one could only relieve the inflammation with ice and cortisone, plus take codeine-laced analgesics like Empirin for the pain. (Suite101.com)
Commonly Available Drug Found To Treat Opioid Addiction Feb 20, 2009
Opioids encompass a diverse array of prescription and illegal drugs, including codeine, morphine and heroin. In 2007, about 12. (Science Daily)
Cocaine smuggling soars through West Africa Feb 20, 2009
It also found evidence that cough syrups containing narcotic drugs such as codeine are being abused around the world, mainly by young people. Iran estimates that 100,000 people abuse cough syrup containing codeine ... 3 percent of patients seeking drug treatment in 2007 indicated they were addicted to codeine cough syrups, the report said. (MSNBC -- International)
'Dangers' of dagga Feb 19, 2009
"Although the access to controlled medicines, including morphine and codeine, is considered by the World Health Organisation (WHO) to be a human right, it is virtually non-existant in over 150 countries," the report said. "The WHO estimates that at least 30 million patients and possibly as many as 86 million annually suffer from untreated moderate to severe pain.". (iAfrica.com)
New drug helps addicts during withdrawal Feb 19, 2009
Stanford University School of Medicine scientists have discovered that a commonly available, non-addictive drug can prevent symptoms of withdrawal for people addicted to opioids -- an array of opiate-like drugs including codeine, morphine and heroin. The drug, ondansetron, is already approved to treat nausea and vomiting. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Beatrice doctor suspended for prescriptions Feb 19, 2009
The order said an inspection of Tran s office did not turn up a log for controlled substances stored on premises, but that he routinely kept on hand Demerol, hydrocodone, hydromorphone, dihydrocodine and codeine. According to the department licensure Web site, Tran received his medical degree in 1970 from the Medical School of Saigon and has been licensed to practice in Nebraska since 1987. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Stanford team finds withdrawal treatment Feb 18, 2009
researchers say a common drug can prevent symptoms of withdrawal from opioid painkillers, including morphine, heroin and codeine. The drug, ondansetron, already is approved to treat nausea and vomiting, but it appears to avoid some of the problems that accompany existing ways to treat addicition to opioids. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Safer Ways to Keep Little Ones Healthy Feb 17, 2009
A natural remedy for healthy sinus, respiratory and immune support in children ages 2 to 12, Sinupret for Kids does not contain stimulants, caffeine, ephedra, pseudoephedrine, codeine, steroids, narcotics or gluten. "Parents are looking for a natural and safe approach for their kids," Sears says. (Pekin Times, IL)
Marijuana for medical uses Feb 15, 2009
Why should it be OK for doctors to prescribe morphine, codeine or other opiates and their chemical cousins but not marijuana. Thankfully, the president appears to share that view. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Have Migraine? Bigger Waistline May Be Linked Feb 14, 2009
27, 2008) People who overuse barbiturates and opioids, such as codeine, butalbital, and oxycodone, to treat migraine are at an increased risk of developing chronic migraine, according to new. (May 1, 2007) Teens who have chronic daily headache, especially those with migraine headaches, are at greater risk for suicide than teens who don't have migraines, according to a new study. (Science Daily)
Officials: Hazen had array of narcotics Feb 14, 2009
Codeine: A derivative of opium, it is the most widely used, naturally occurring narcotic in medical treatment in the world. Most codeine used in the U.S. is produced from morphine. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Method For Detecting 23 Drugs And Medicines In Saliva Developed Feb 14, 2009
This new method, which has been published in the journal Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry makes it possible to determine up to 23 substances in saliva at the same time, both illicit drugs (such as cocaine, cannabis and amphetamines) and medicinal drugs (morphine, methadone, codeine and diazepam). The research group pointed out that drug and medicine detection in oral fluids is a non-intrusive technique, in contrast to blood or urine analyses. (Science Daily)
Arizona tracking prescription drug users Feb 11, 2009
The drugs that raise the most concern include potentially addictive painkillers, sleep aids, medications that contain morphine or certain forms of codeine, and hormone drugs, including steroids. . (FOX 11, AZ)
FDA seeks plans to reduce misuse of painkillers Feb 10, 2009
Buy online Tylenol with Codeine (30mg). $28. (Yahoo News)
ETHEX Corporation Issues Nationwide Voluntary Recall of Products Feb 8, 2009
Codeine Phosphate/Guaifenesin Tablets, 10mg (58177-223-04) Dextroamphetamine Sulfate Tablets, 10mg (58177-312-04) Dextroamphetamine Sulfate Tablets, 5mg (58177-311-04) Dextroamphetamine Tablets, 10mg (58177-312-04) Diltiazem HC1 Capsules, 120mg (58177-061-11) Diltiazem HC1 Capsules, 120mg (58177-061-19 & 061-26) Diltiazem HC1 Capsules, 180mg (58177-062-09 & 062-11) Diltiazem HC1 Capsules, 180mg (58177-062-19 & 062-26) Diltiazem HC1 Capsules, 240mg (58177-063-09 & 063-11) Diltiazem HC1 Capsules,... (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Headaches & Migraines Feb 7, 2009
Some combinations also include caffeine or codeine ... Medications containing narcotics, particularly codeine, are sometimes used to treat migraine pain when people can't take triptans or ergots. (CNN -- Health)
Doctor describes prescription drug pitfalls Mar 28, 2008
Examples include the prescription painkillers known by their brand names OxyContin, Vicodin, Demerol and Codeine. "If it is prescribed by a doctor, people think it is safe," Toews said. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Pharming and Generation Rx Mar 26, 2008
Examples include codeine, oxycodone and hydrocodone (OxyContin and Vicodin) and morphine. Central nervous system depressants, which are used to treat anxiety and sleep disorders. (Wood River Journal, ID)
Study finds drugs in drinking water nationwide Mar 25, 2008
Northern New Jersey: 7 (caffeine, carbamazepine, codeine, cotinine, dehydronifedipine, diphenhydramine and sulfathiazole). Oakland, Calif. (USA Today -- News)
Drugs found in water of 24 major metro areas, 34 say no testing Mar 23, 2008
Northern New Jersey: 7 (caffeine, carbamazepine, codeine, cotinine, dehydronifedipine, diphenhydramine and sulfathiazole). Philadelphia: 56 (including amoxicillin, azithromycin, carbamazepine, diclofenac, prednisone and tetracycline). (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Prescription Drug Sales Slowing Mar 21, 2008
IMS Health says antidepressants, lipid regulators, codeine and combination pain medications, blood pressure drugs and beta blockers continued to top the market in prescription use. For 2008, IMS said the launch of 5 to 8 new potential global blockbuster drugs will help offset the impact of lower pricing from generics, with $13 billion in branded products likely to be exposed to generic competition. (KWTX.com, TX)
A sinus sufferer chooses surgery Mar 17, 2008
It went well, and I had surprisingly little pain afterward - Tylenol with codeine was all I needed. There was also almost no bleeding. (Boston Globe)
A Second Chance Mar 16, 2008
But, there is a problem: His last drug test of the week showed traces of codeine. Jepsen s doctor verified that the drug was in some cough syrup he took for a cold. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Drugs found in watersheds of 28 areas Mar 15, 2008
Northern New Jersey: 13 (including acetaminophen, carbamazepine, codeine, dehydronifedipine, erythromycin, lincomycin and sulfadimethoxine). Oklahoma City: 12 (including acetaminophen, fluoxetine, gemfibrozil, ibuprofen, iopromide, sulfamethoxazole and iopromide). (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Report: Drugs Found In Drinking Water Mar 15, 2008
In northern New Jersey, 13 pharmaceuticalsincluding acetominophen, carbamazepine, codeine, and erythromycin were found in the tap. And while the water is processed at wastewater treatment plants, according to the AP report, much of the drug residue doesn't get filtered out and it's unclear how much of that drug residue actually makes it to the faucets in our homes. (CBS 2, NY)
NYC: Traces of sedatives in NYC water Mar 15, 2008
Upstate, the geological survey and state health agency also detected the heart medicine atenolol; anti-seizure drugs carbamazepine and primidone; relaxers diazepam and carisoprodol; infection fighters trimethoprim, clindamycin, and sulfamethoxazole; pain relievers ibuprofen, acetaminophen and codeine; and remains of caffeine and nicotine. Despite all that, the federal government considers the New York City system to be so clean that it need not filter most of its water, as most big cities are... (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Knee problems don't stop student from singing, dancing Mar 9, 2008
Tower spent a week in a wheelchair while taking codeine for the pain. She graduated to crutches the following three weeks. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
'Birdman' returns after ban Mar 7, 2008
The drugs on the "drugs of abuse" list are amphetamine and its analogs, which include methamphetamine; cocaine; LSD; opiates, including heroin, codeine and morphine; and PCP.. Andersen was a fan-favorite in New Orleans during the Hornets' last season here before Hurricane Katrina displaced the club to Oklahoma City for two seasons. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
NBA reinstates Andersen from drug suspension Mar 5, 2008
The drugs on the drugs of abuse list are amphetamine and its analogs, which include methamphetamine; cocaine; LSD; opiates, including heroin, codeine and morphine; and PCP.. Also on this story. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Placebo study tests 'costlier is better' notion Mar 5, 2008
Researchers recruited 82 healthy paid volunteers and gave them a brochure about a new opioid pain reliever described as similar to codeine, only faster-acting. Volunteers were randomly divided into two groups. (USA Today)
Cannabis Shoe Brit Freed From Dubai Jail Feb 26, 2008
The UAE's tough stance on drugs includes bans on many over-the-counter medications, including melatonin, which is taken to ease the effects of jetlag, and codeine, a common ingredient in pain relievers. Visitors to Dubai and Abu Dhabi are now being advised to "take extreme caution" and "avoid arrest for 'possession' of a controlled substance". (Sky News)
DJ's drug sentence highlights UAE's strict laws Feb 22, 2008
Codeine, which is available over the counter in Britain, is allowed only with a doctor's prescription, the Foreign Office states. Fair Trials mentioned the case of an unnamed 20-year-old who was traveling back to England from. (CNN -- World)
Approval rating Feb 22, 2008
I like opium (just kidding :-) although codeine IS an opiate hmmmm, I ll have to give this more thought) ... Hope your wife gets better - I ve still got some killer cough medicine with codeine if she needs it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
More Resources: Easing The Pain Feb 22, 2008
Opioids, including codeine, oxycodone and morphoine, can be addictive. To see a list and learn more. (CBS News -- Evening News)
State senate endorses bill to expand nurse prescription powers Feb 13, 2008
But ''some of the ones they can't prescribe are commonly used,'' such as codeine cough medicines for children, said Jill Kliethermes, chief executive officer of the nurses group. When nurse practitioners have to wait for a physician to sign off on those prescriptions, it can delay treatment for patients, she said. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
Airport arrestsTravellers warned of UAE's tough drug laws as dozens fall foul Feb 9, 2008
Possession of painkillers like codeine and some cold and flu medication could result in a mandatory four-year prison sentence, Fair Trials International said ... 02g of cannabis Tracy Wilkinson, 45, West Sussex: Held in custody for eight weeks for possession of codeine before release Swiss national: Four-year jail term after poppy seeds found on his clothes Source: Fair Trials International ... Tracy Wilkinson was held in custody for eight weeks before customs officers accepted the codeine she... (BBC News -- Africa)
How Dubai Holiday Could Land You In Jail Feb 8, 2008
"I am outraged and dumbfounded as to why common sense hasn't prevailed. I just don't understand why the Government hasn't taken this in hand."He has a serious skin condition and hasn't been able to get any medical help at all," he said.Robert Dalton, who is 25 and from Kent, is currently on trial for alleged cannabis possession. Officials found 0.03g of cannabis when he was stopped and searched in Dubai last year.In 2005, a British woman was held in custody for eight weeks for possession of... (Sky News)
Death an accident Feb 6, 2008
LOS ANGELES Influential Southern rapper Pimp C died of an accidental overdose of a combination of drugs he had named in his lyrics codeine and promethazine, the county coroner's office ruled Monday ... Influential Southern rapper Pimp C died of an accidental overdose of a combination of drugs he had name-checked in his lyrics _ codeine and promethazine, the county coroner's office ruled Monday, Feb. 4, 2008 ... DJ Screw, another influential figure in the Texas hip-hop scene, died of a heart... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Public display of absolutely too much Feb 6, 2008
Ed Winter of the LA Coroners office said that the combination of large amounts of codeine and promethazine key ingredients in the syrup and Pimp Cs sleep apnea had caused his death. Pimp C, whose real name is Chad Butler, famously rapped about the syrup, which is popular in Southern rap circles, on his 2000 Underground Kingz single, Sippin On Some Syrup. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Pimp C died of 'syrup' overdose Feb 6, 2008
4, 2008 08:43 PM LOS ANGELES - Influential Southern rapper Pimp C died of an accidental overdose of a combination of drugs he had named in his lyrics - codeine and promethazine, the county coroner's office ruled Monday ... DJ Screw, another influential figure in the Texas hip-hop scene, died of a heart attack in 2000 after a reported overdose of codeine-laced cough syrup. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Rapper Pimp C died of accidental OD Feb 5, 2008
L.A. coroner says combination of codeine and promethazine is to blame. David J. Phillip / AP fileRapper Pimp C, nee Chad Butler, died of an accidental overdose of a combination of codeine and promethazine, a Los Angeles coroner ruled ... LOS ANGELES - Influential Southern rapper Pimp C died of an accidental overdose of a combination of drugs he had named in his lyrics codeine and promethazine, the county coroners office ruled Monday. (MSNBC -- News)
Rapper Pimp C's Death Ruled Accidental Feb 5, 2008
Capt. Ed Winter of the Los Angeles County coroner's office said Monday that 33-year-old Chad Butler suffered from sleep apnea and his condition reacted badly with codeine-containing cough medicine he took ... Winter said the levels of promethazine and codeine cough syrup in the rapper's system "were not that of an overdose.". (Click2Houston, TX)
Pimp C Died From Accidental Cough-Medicine Overdose, Sleep Condition: Autopsy Feb 5, 2008
UGK member rapped about his affinity for codeine in Three 6 Mafia track ... UGK rapper was the result of an overdose that was triggered by a large consumption of codeine medication combined with a pre-existing sleep condition, according to the Los ... On "Sippin' on Some Syrup," a track for which UGK collaborated with Three 6 Mafia, Pimp C boasted of his affinity for codeine. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Dangerous combo gaining popularity with local youth Jan 29, 2008
Its main ingredient contains codeine and promethazine ... Codeine is a narcotic pain medicine ... Its most common use is probably in the oral prescription pain reliever Tylenol with codeine, he said. (Stuttgart Daily Leader, AR)
Reopen RNS hospital inquest: opposition Jan 21, 2008
The inquest into her death has been told she was given a fatal dose of codeine and the analgesic Endone and was not prescribed anti-seizure drugs. Her treating anaesthetist, Sanaa Ismail told Westmead Coroner's Court she administered the drug combination after misreading the medical chart and thinking Ms Anderson was on panadeine, not the stronger drug, panadeine forte. (The Age)
It's a wacky world for celebs Jan 20, 2008
Both the Star and the UK's News of the World report Spears has an affinity for "Purple Drank," and I'm sure the King would toast the pop star with this homemade hooch made of codeine cough syrup, prescription painkillers and Diet Sprite. "Got Purple Drank?" bumper stickers are even available at Zazzle. (Florida Times-Union)
More of this story Jan 18, 2008
Both are class 2 controlled substances listed in the same category as cocaine, codeine, morphine, and amphetamines. In fact, Ritalin is being sold on the streets as a form of speed. (Patriot Ledger, MA)
Homebrewed High -- Can Poppy Tea Kill? Jan 17, 2008
com site, lists the cause of death of the 17-year-old, whose name has been blacked out, as "acute morphine and codeine intoxication." The Santa Clara County Coroner's Office confirmed the details of the boy's death to ABC News, which is withholding the boy's name at the request of the parents ... The lab tests indicated in the report revealed a high level of morphine and the presence of codeine in the tea, as well as high morphine levels in both blood and urine. (ABC News)
