Codeine In Children Risky. The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued a new clinical report warning against the use of codeine in children due the risk of a potentially deadly reaction. Codeine is an opioid; it is used as a painkiller and cough suppressant. The report notes that codeine is widely prescribed in clinical settings. … [Read more...]
Physicians Advise Against Using Codeine in Children
FDA Investigates Risks of Using Codeine Cough-and-Cold Medicines in Children
Risk Of Using Cough-and-Cold Medicines In Children. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Drug Safety Communication stating that it is investigating the risks of using cough-and-cold medicines containing codeine in children. The agency said there may be "the potential for serious side effects, including slowed or … [Read more...]
FDA Warns of Danger of Giving Codeine Cough-and-Cold Medicines to Children
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is investigating the potential risks of using medicines with codeine to treat coughs and colds in children and has issued a Drug Safety Communication about such medicines. There is a potential for serious side effects, including slowed or difficult breathing. Codeine is a type of opioid used to … [Read more...]
Cough-and-Cold Medicine Containing Codeine May Lead to Breathing Problems in Kids
Cough and cold medicines that contain codeine are being investigated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for serious side effects in children, including breathing troubles. The agency stated in a safety alert that it was investigating the opioid because it may be released to slowed or difficult breathing in children under … [Read more...]
