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How Long Does Codeine Cough Syrup Remain In The System?

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Posted on Tue, 1 Sep 2015
Question: how long does 4 ounces of codeine cough syrup last in urine. a total of 4oz consumed.
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Answered by Dr. Noble Zachariah (56 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Up to 3 days.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Welcome and thanks for your query.
90% of the ingested codeine is excreted in the urine in 24 hours. So after 3 days there will be hardly any codeine in the urine.
Take care
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How Long Does Codeine Cough Syrup Remain In The System?

Brief Answer: Up to 3 days. Detailed Answer: Hello, Welcome and thanks for your query. 90% of the ingested codeine is excreted in the urine in 24 hours. So after 3 days there will be hardly any codeine in the urine. Take care