They're right. Codeine is the most effective cough suppressant of all. Pleasant floatiness is a nice side effect, but it really is therapeutic.

Have you been taking your temperature? If it's been elevated, or if it spikes or something, you've got to go to a clinic or your doctor sooner rather than later. Don't risk pneumonia.

Is there anyone in your vicinity that you've got the goods on? I mean, like potential blackmail? Like maybe somewhere in the back of a file drawer, you have a photocopy of someone's butt, taken during an office party. 'Cause this is the person you need to bully into changing your bed and running a load of laundry. Remember, it's about the power.