4/25/2018 0 Comments Opioid Drug AbuseOpioids are a type of drug that include strong prescription pain relievers such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, fentanyl and even heroin. Also called as narcotics, not all are natural. While some opioids are made from the opium plant others are synthetic (man-made).
Doctors themselves prescribe opioids sometimes to relieve pain after some major surgery, when suffering from severe pain due to health conditions such as cancer and also sometimes for chronic pain. Read more on chronic pain at www.firsteatright.com. Opioids are safe to use when taken under the guidance of a doctor for a short time. Else these drugs can also be misused (consumed in huge quantities without a doctor’s prescription) and cause euphoria in addition to pain relief. Opioids are chemically related and interact with the opioid receptors on nerve cells in the brain and nervous system to produce pleasurable effects and relieve pain. Side Effects of Opioid Overuse
To avoid problems with opioids in the first place, follow your doctor’s instructions to the dot, never share your medicines with others and get in touch with your physician if you have any queries regarding the medications.
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