Basic Information
What are Opioids?
Opioids are pain relivers that are givin to patients in hospitals with moderate to severe pain.
How is the drug used?
Opioids usage usually involves swallowing capsules or tablets, but you can also use opioids by inhaling powder through the nose or injecting opioids straight into your body.
Why are opioids addictive?
Opioids give out dopamine, creating euphoria, reducing physical pain, and increasing relaxation.
Is the drug legal?
Opioids are legal only when prescribed by a doctor.
How many types of opioids are there?
There are 3 types Natural, Semi Synthetic, and fully synthetic
How do people typically get it?
Opioids are usually prescribed by licensed medical practitioners to help people with pain. Though people can also receive opioids illegally by buying them from drug dealers.
What are some short term affects?
Short-term physical effects can include muscle and bone pain, sleep problems, diarrhea and vomiting, uncontrollable leg movements, and severe cravings
What laws exist around this drug?
Laws around Opioids mainly focus on restricting access to prevent addiction and abuse.
What are 3 of the street names used for opioids?
General names: Smack, Dope, Junk, H, Horse, Down, China white Heroin specific names : Brown, Black tar, Skag, Gear, Mud, Drago Prescription opioids names: Oxy / Oxys,Beans, Tabs
Who commonly uses this drug?
Opioids are commonly used by hospitals and patients as a way to relieve pain. Though opioids can also be misused by those who receive them on the street illegally.
What are some meduim term affects?
Medium-term physical effects caused by opioids include constipation, dizziness, nausea and vomiting, and opioid-induced hyperalgesia.
What are the legal consequences of using schedule 1 opioids ?
Up to 7 years in prison.
Give an example of atleast one of each type of the three opioids.
Natural Morphine, Codeine
Semi Synthetic Heroin, Oxycodone, Hydrocodone, Hydromorphone
Synthetic Fentanyl, Methadone, Tramadol, Meperidine
When did it become popular?
Opioids were extremely popular during the 1990s and hit their peak during 2011.
What are some long term affects?
Long-term physical effects include chronic constipation, compromised immune system, depression, higher risks of heart attacks and overdose, severe pain, and insomnia.
What are the legal consequences of using or possessing schedule 111 opioids?
Up to 7 years in prison.