Poison Board bans buying of codeine without doctor’s chit

Codeine has been a growing narcotic sensation with most users saying it gives them a euphoric floating sensation [Courtesy]

The Kenya Pharmacy and Poisons Board (KPPB) has moved in to tame the abuse and addiction of medicines containing codeine with a clamp on its sale.

Codeine is an active ingredient in cough syrups that causes drowsiness and therefore, a feeling oh “high” making it a cheap substitute for cocaine and other narcotics.