Codoxime Explained

Codoxime (Codossima) is an opiate analogue that is a derivative of hydrocodone, where the 6-ketone group has been replaced by carboxymethyloxime. It has primarily antitussive effects[1] and was found to have moderate potential to cause dependence in animal studies.[2]

Notes and References

  1. US . 3153042 . granted . Morphinone and Codeinone Derivatives . 13 October 1964 . Jack Fishman . Mozes Juda Lowenstein .
  2. Jasinski DR, Martin WR . Assessment of the dependence-producing properties of dihydrocodeinone and codoxime . Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics . 8 . 2 . 266–70 . 1967 . 6021586 . 10.1002/cpt196782266 . 36504901 .

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