Codeine is a short-acting narcotic prescribed by
physicians most often used for the treatment of pain
relief. Codeine can be highly addictive and provides
the user with an overall sense of calm and feelings of
pleasure. When codeine is used it enters the brain
and causes the release of neurotransmitters that
stimulate the reward center of the brain, leaving the
user feeling intense feelings of wellbeing and pleasure.
This kind of pleasure can lead to both psychological
and physical dependence.

Causes
Addiction to codeine and other substances is thought
to be a combination of a number of factors working
together. These include:

Genetic: Individuals who have relatives – especially a parent – who are addicted to substances are more
likely to develop an addiction problem later in life.

Brain Chemistry: Codeine works by interacting with
the neurotransmitters in the brain. One theory is that individuals who abuse codeine do so in order to make up for a lack of the naturally-occurring
neurotransmitters. Codeine may be used as a form of self-medication in order to make up for the deficiency.

Environmental: Another hypothesis is that children
who grow up in an unstable home environment and
may be exposed to drug abuse by watching their
parents or older siblings use. Through modeling they learn that drug abuse is an acceptable way of coping with emotional problems and stressful life events.

Psychological: Sometimes individuals who become
addicted to substances such as codeine are self-
medicating in order to deal with an untreated mental disorder. Codeine is used in an attempt to control unpleasant side effects of the underlying mental disorder.



Symptoms

Symptoms of codeine abuse will vary among users
depending upon the amount used and the length of
drug abuse. Symptoms of codeine abuse include:

Mood symptoms:
Euphoria
Calm
Depression
Anxiety
Mood swings

Behavioural symptoms:
Drowsiness
Increase in amount of time sleeping
Decreased appetite
Apathy
Increased hospital visits
No longer caring for loved ones
“Doctor shopping” or visiting a number of doctors to obtain more codeine prescriptions.
Prescription forgery
Stealing prescriptions or opiates from friends and
family
Healthcare fraud
Lying to cover-up amount used

Physical symptoms:
Constipation
Blue tinge to lips and fingernails
Muscle twitches
Dizziness
Fainting
Nausea and vomiting
Dry mouth
Itching
Rashes
Urinary retention
Hypotension
Seizure
Respiratory depression
Decreased libido
Seizures

Psychological symptoms:
Hallucinations
Delusions
Memory loss
Lack of emotions

Effects
Although codeine is a prescription drug the abuse of
codeine can cause significant damage to an
individual’s life. Some of these effects may include:
Acute pancreatitis
Major depression
Liver damage
Kidney damage
Financial problems
Legal issues
Domestic problems
Job loss
Heightened pain sensitivity
Uncontrollable muscle twitches
Muscle spasms, cramps, and pain
Loss of productivity at school or work
Impaired social relationships
Seizures
Incarceration
Respiratory depression
Bradycardia
Cold, clammy skin
Decreased muscle tone
Coma


Effects of Withdrawal
Someone who is physically dependent upon codeine
should not attempt to stop using without the
supervision of a trained medical professional. The
immediate cessation of codeine can cause a number
of withdrawal effects. These effects may include:
Craving for the drug
Runny nose
Intense sweating
Chills
Goosebumps
Stomach cramps
Nausea and vomiting
Spasms of the muscles
Agitation and irritability
Psychosis
Suicidal thoughts
Homicidal thoughts
Racing thoughts
Hallucinations

Any one who abuses pharmaceutical drugs in the name of getting high deserves death. I've no shred of pity for anybody who crosses to the other side from this activity - they bring it on themselves.

I was a badass addict of Coda(Codiene) till God punished me!

I suffered Migraine for complete 3weeks till I thought I would die....

After that, anytime I hear CO...... I will run till my legs became weak. Even if it is COca Cola you wanted to mention!!

Lalasticlala, please let us spread the message!!
Hard Drugs don't pay, it KILLS!!

Agubushmenyo:
I was a badass addict of Coda(Codiene) till God punished me!

I suffered Migraine for complete 3weeks till I thought I would die....

After that, anytime I hear CO...... I will run till my legs became weak. Even if it is COca Cola you wanted to mention!!

Lalasticlala, please let us spread the message!!
Hard Drugs don't pay, it KILLS!!

CO...

Agubushmenyo:
I was a badass addict of Coda(Codiene) till God punished me!

I suffered Migraine for complete 3weeks till I thought I would die....

After that, anytime I hear CO...... I will run till my legs became weak. Even if it is COca Cola you wanted to mention!!

Lalasticlala, please let us spread the message!!
Hard Drugs don't pay, it KILLS!!

Hard drugs really kill man

Lalasticlala pls spread this to the Youth
this can change the life of someone today

Mutuwa:


CO...

*picks race*....