Cod-THC (Codeine Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol carbonate) is a synthetic codrug formed by linking tetrahydrocannabinol with codeine via a carbonate bridge. It is well absorbed orally and shows superior analgesic effects in animal studies compared to a simple mixture of the two drugs.[1][2][3]

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  3. ^ Crooks PA, Dhooper HK, Chakraborty U (2011). "Improving the Use of Drug Combination through the Codrug Approach". In Rautio J (ed.). Prodrugs and Targeted Delivery: Towards Better ADME Properties. Wiley. pp. 345–383 (374–376). ISBN 978-3-527-63318-0.
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