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Join us for an insightful podcast discussion with L. Joseph Parker, a research physician. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of promethazine with codeine cough syrup, its medical applications, diversion risks, and the legal complexities surrounding its prescription. Explore the history, metabolism, and cultural influences of this medication, and discover why it’s been a topic of interest in health care and the legal system.

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