Pain Relief Medicine Codeine 60 mg Medicine

A white pill marked Codeine 60mg or LV 903 is classified as an opioid analgesic, primarily utilized for alleviating mild pain and suppressing cough in patients. Codeine can be administered alone or in conjunction with other analgesics such as acetaminophen, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and Promethazine, among others. It is offered in both brand-name and generic versions, with the generic variant typically being more cost-effective than its branded counterpart. Prominent manufacturers of codeine pills in the United States include Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, and Teva Pharmaceuticals, while its generic forms are produced by companies like Sandoz and Mylon. This medication has received approval from the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) in the United States for the treatment of cough and pain.