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An opioid is a drug which acts upon the body in a similar way to opium. Many have been invented since the development of the first, morphine. Some a totally synthetic,[citation needed] some are refinements of a plant product such as opium.
Usage
- Full article:
United States opioid epidemic
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Opioids are widely used, especially in the US as analgesic drugs.
Examples
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| Fentanyl | An opioid of much greater potency than heroin, popular with big drug cartels. |
| Heroin | An important component of the illegal drug trade. A highly addictive pain killing drug which which is widely used recreationally. |
| Morphine | A pain killing drug which is widely used recreationally. Physically addictive. |
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