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I had a partial thyroidectomy 3 days ago in a lot of pain my gp told me to double the dose of codeine to 120mg every 4 hrs, is that ok?
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Pain where?: If in the neck see a thyroidologist. If just any other pain for which you were given Codeine you can take it whether or not you are taking thyroid medication.
Answered 12/23/2014
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