United Kingdom
A 54-year-old female asked:
If i stop taking codeine will my tolerance drop?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Richard Zimonanswered
Internal Medicine 61 years experience
If you have: developed "tolerance" , you may be addicted in which case stopping "cold turkey" may be a problem! Discuss with your Primary Care Provider!
Hope this is helpful!
Dr ZX
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