Opiates are from the opium plant. They are used to treat pain. These substances are highly addictive, so they pose the threat of opiate addiction (including opioid addiction) to any person who takes the drug for a prolonged period of time.
Want to learn more about Opiates click the links below:
- https://www.in.gov/health/overdose-prevention/welcome/
- https://www.in.gov/health/overdose-prevention/naloxone/naloxone-101/
- https://www.cdc.gov/rxawareness/index.html
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