Answer
Yes. Codeine can cause dependence and addiction. Needing increasing amounts, difficulty stopping or feeling unwell when stopping are warning signs requiring medical or pharmacy advice.
Sources for this answer
- Syndol Film-coated Tablets — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
- UK GovernmentUK Government · Reputable Web
General medicine information. Follow the instructions for your own medicine and speak to a pharmacist or clinician about your individual circumstances.