Is T3 the same as codeine?: Unpacking a Common Medication Misconception
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A key source of medication confusion arises from ambiguous shorthand; for example, one version of 'T3' is a potent thyroid hormone, while another common reference, Tylenol #3, is a combination medication containing the opioid codeine. This critical distinction, often overlooked due to similar naming conventions, can lead to serious patient harm if misunderstood.
