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Can I eat this with Codeine?
Alcohol increases the risk of side effects from codeine, and you can take it with or without food.
Also sold as Bepro, Galcodine. Brand names from the NHS Dictionary of Medicines and Devices.
Type any food below for an instant verdict — we check 30 foods and drinks for Codeine (0 to avoid, 29 to take care with) — or tap one below.
Quick answers
- Should I take Codeine with food?
- Take it with or without food.
- Can I drink alcohol with Codeine?
- Yes, with care. It's best not to drink alcohol because this can increase the risk of side effects.
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1 · What do you take?
Alcohol increases the risk of side effects from codeine, and you can take it with or without food.
You can eat and drink normally while taking codeine. It's best not to drink alcohol because this can increase the risk of side effects. Codeine can be taken with or without food.
Browse our medication food guides →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: Take it with or without food.
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Take care with Codeine· 29
Fine with Codeine· 1
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Further reading on Codeine
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