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Can you die from x1 30mg codeine tablet? i take too many painkillers for fibromyalgia

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Dr. Andrew Germanovich answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Can a person: get drunk from a single can of beer? Yes to both. It depends on whether you have any tolerance to the medication, presence of other medications in your system and your metabolism. Always take medications as prescribed to YOU by your doctor.

Answered 1/27/2015

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Dr. Dimitri Novitzky answered

Specializes in Thoracic Surgery

Allergic reaction-co: Other medications and Codeine may result in: Serotonin Syndrome and Death Applies to codeine: oral solution, oral syrup, oral tablet, oral tablet extended release In addition to its needed effects, some unwanted effects may be caused by codeine. In the event that any of these side effects do occur, they may require medical attention. Severity: Major You should check with your doctor immediately if any of these side effects occur when taking codeine: Incidence not known Bloating blurred vision chills cold, clammy skin confusion constipation darkened urine difficult or troubled breathing dizziness dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position fainting fast, irregular, pounding, or racing heartbeat or pulse fast, weak pulse feeling of warmth fever indigestion irregular, fast or slow, or shallow breathing lightheadedness loss of appetite nausea no blood pressure or pulse no breathing pains in the stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back pale or blue lips, fingernails, or skin redness of the face, neck, arms, and occasionally, upper chest shortness of breath stopping of the heart sweating unconsciousness unusual tiredness or weakness vomiting wheezing yellow eyes or skin

Answered 1/11/2018

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