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The History of Codeine According to author Lance Scott Walker, Codeine developed in Houston around the 1960s when blues musicians would take Robitussin and cut it with beer. In the 1980s and 1990s the formula changed from Robitussin to using codeine promethazine cough syrup, and mixing the drink with Fig 2. Opium poppy field. lemon-lime soda and Jolly Ranchers. Photograph. Britannica ImageQuest, Encyclopædia Britannica, 25 May 2016. quest.eb.com/search/132_1202883/1/132_1202883/cite. Accessed 23 Oct 2017.

On the Body Short Term Effects: Long Term Effects: - Nausea & vomiting - Insomnia - Excessive drowsiness - Liver damage - Dry mouth - Nightmares - Allergic skin reaction - Pain when not on drug - Constipation - Seizures

On the Brain The brain develops a tolerance when the drug is used, the user feels the need to use higher doses of codeine to get the same high as the first time. When codeine is used it enters the brain and causes the release of neurotransmitters that stimulate the Fig 3. Codeine analgesic drug reward center of the brain, which causes the user to molecule. feel a sense of wellbeing and pleasure. Photograph. Britannica ImageQuest, Encyclopædia Britannica, 25 May 2016. quest.eb.com/search/132_1190591/1/132_1190591/ cite. Accessed 23 Oct 2017.

Codeine on Culture Codeine is a very popular drug in the Hip/Hop Rap music industry. In the song “Codeine Crazy” by Future he refers to Codeine as Muddy, Bubbly, and Lean. While you may hear other terms like Dirty Soda and Purple Drank in today's Hip/Hop Rap music. Yet the death of rapper A$ap Yams, caused by the harmful effects of codeine, put a scare on the rapping Fig 4. Futures “Codeine Crazy” album industry. cover. “Future - Codeine Crazy Vol 1 Hosted by Dj Flawda.”

Punishment for Codeine Possession (HS 11350) Codeine is regularly prescribed for pain, therefore it can be easy to obtain. In California, if you are caught with the possession of codeine without a prescription, you can be charged with a misdemeanor. And if convicted, you could spend up to a year in jail with expence fines. You can also be convicted of Fig 5. Codeine can lead to jail time. committing a crime by abusing the use of “I've over 20 Boys, Girls Who Sell Hemp, Codeine – Suspect codeine without even realizing it. Confesses.” AdeLove.com|Best Nigerian Blog , 30 May 2017,

Codeines Medical Policy Codeine is an opioid pain reliever used to treat mild to moderately severe pain. It is also used in combination with other medications to reduce coughing. Codeine is available as a single-ingredient product, or in combination with acetaminophen or aspirin, and in some cough and cold medications. If prescribed with this medication, it is highly recommended to only use the dosage amount said on the prescription. If you Fig 6. Some doctors recommend to stay away from Codeine. do more than the prescription says, it can lead to Kirkey, Sharon. “Medical Journal Raises Concerns serious side effects. about Codeine Use.”

Reputation of Codeine Users People that use codeine in high doses are often described as slow, lazy, and crazy. Codeine slows down functions of the brain and does not allow you to functions properly in the real world. Addictive users should go to a rehab facility to get cured from their codeine addiction. Fig 7. The man obviously looks drowsy. “Old People Try Lean for the First Time | Complex.” YouTube , YouTube, 31 Mar. 2015,

Why You Should Not Do Codeine Fig 8. Say no to codeine Brown, Troy. “Stop Giving Codeine to Children.” Medscape Log In , There is nothing good that comes out of doing codeine. Although it can help with pain for medicinal use, doctors recommend that you should stay away from using codeine. There are too many negatives and not enough positives for the drug.

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