How common is it for cough supressants to contain codeine?

Question

How common is it for cough supressants to contain codeine?

Answer 1

Over the counter cough suppressants never contain it, as it is a controlled substance. Most OTC cough syrups contain Dextromethorphan, which is a safer, but inferior substance. Ironically, used by teenager to get high.

For prescription cough syrups, it is very common, as codeine is one the best suppressants we have.

Answer 2

and actually the best cough suppressant is methadone

Answer 3

Very uncommon in the US except by RX.  go to Canada get it there.

Answer 4

This is prescribed quite frequently for chronic coughs. It is supposedly the best cough suppressant.