Multiple Choice
The active agent in codeine is
A) codeine itself, without other compounds being involved.
B) morphine obtained from biotransformation of codeine.
C) able to bind at the opioid sigma receptor site to initiate the blockade of pain signals.
D) best absorbed when this compound is injected into muscle tissue.
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