Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen were found to be superior, provide better pain control and have fewer adverse effects than codeine. NSAIDS Superior to Codeine for ...
GI or GU obstruction. Ultra-rapid metabolizers of codeine (may experience overdose symptoms). Drug abusers. Elderly. Debilitated. Labor & delivery. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers: not recommended.