opioid definition for kids
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opiate Full Definition of OPIATE. 1. a: a drug (as morphine or codeine) containing or derived from opium and tending to induce sleep and alleviate pain; broadly: narcotic 1a b: opioid 1.2. : something that induces rest or inaction or quiets uneasiness. See opiate defined for English-language learners. opiate. noun opi·ate \ˈō-pē-ət, -ˌāt\. Tweet. : a drug (such as morphine or codeine) that is made from opium and that is used to reduce pain or cause sleep. : something that causes people to ignore problems and to relax instead of doing things that need to be done.
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- 16. Strong opioids are medicines used to treat severe or long-term (chronic) pain. Although there are many types of strong opioids, morphine is the most commonly used strong opioid and usually the first one your doctor will prescribe. The most common side-effects are constipation, feeling sick (nausea), and tiredness.
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- Opiates are a class of drugs that are commonly prescribed to treat pain. Prescription opiates include Oxycontin (oxycodone), Vicodin (hydrocodone and acetaminophen), Dilaudid (hydromorphone), and morphine. Certain illegal drugs, such as heroin, are also opiates.
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oxymorphone (Opana, Opana ER) Oxymorphone is an opioid pain medication. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic. Oxymorphone is used to treat moderate to severe pain. The extended-release form of this medication is for around-the-clock treatment of pain.
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What Is an Opioid? Your brain on opioids. A lot of different drugs are called opioids. As we mentioned, many of them are prescription medications used for pain relief (like after you have dental surgery), but heroin is also an opioid. Opioid drugs bind to opioid receptors on cells in the brain and throughout the body.
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Opioids: Addiction, Withdrawal and Recovery Opioids are a group of drugs that are used for treating pain. They are derived from opium which comes from the poppy plant.
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OxyContin Oxycodone is an opioid pain medication. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic. Oxycodone is used to treat moderate to severe pain. Oxycodone extended-release is used for around-the-clock treatment of pain. This form of oxycodone is not for use on an as-needed basis for pain.
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- Definition of DRUG for Kids. 1. : a substance used as a medicine or in making medicines. 2. : a substance (as cocaine) that may harm or addict a user. something and often an illegal substance that causes addiction, habituation, or a marked change in consciousness. — drug·gy also drug·gie \ˈdrə-gē\ adjective. See drug defined for English-language learners. See drug defined for kids.
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Vicodin Hydrocodone is an opioid pain medication. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic. Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of hydrocodone. Vicodin tablets are used for the relief of moderate to moderately severe pain.
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Opioid Opioids are substances that act on opioid receptors to produce morphine-like effects. Medically they are primarily used for pain relief, including anesthesia. Other medical uses include suppression of diarrhea, treating addiction, reversing opioid overdose, suppressing cough, and suppressing opioid induced constipation.
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Prevent Opioid Abuse and Addiction Brief Description. Opioids are a class of drugs that include the illegal drug heroin, synthetic opioids such as fentanyl, and pain relievers available legally by prescription, such as oxycodone (OxyContin®), hydrocodone (Vicodin®), codeine, morphine, and many others.
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Opioid Drugs Opioid Drugs. Opioids are a class of drugs used to reduce pain. Prescription opioids(https://www.cdc.gov/drugoverdose/opioids/prescribed.html) can be prescribed by doctors to treat moderate to severe pain, but can also have serious risks and side effects.
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What Is an Opioid Antagonist? An opioid antagonist is a drug that binds itself to receptors in the brain and blocks the ability of the brain to respond to opiate use. Some drugs used are partial antagonists, while others provide full antagonist effects. An opioid antagonist is often used to combat addiction to opiates.
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- Codeine is an opioid pain medication. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic. Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of codeine.
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Types of Opioids Used to Treat Chronic Pain Opioids Used to Treat Chronic Pain. 1  Codeine -- Codeine is a pain medication that is taken by mouth. 2  Oxycodone -- Oxycodone is available in both a short-acting and long-acting pain medication form. 3  Fentanyl -- Fentanyl is available as a short-acting pain medication in lollipop form, and it may be used for the management of breakthrough pain.
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What Is an Opioid Antagonist? An opioid antagonist is a drug that binds itself to receptors in the brain and blocks the ability of the brain to respond to opiate use. Some drugs used are partial antagonists, while others provide full antagonist effects.
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What Is Tylenol With Codeine #3? An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic. Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of codeine. Acetaminophen and codeine is a combination medicine used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Acetaminophen and codeine may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
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- Opioid medications can be natural (made from the plant), semi-synthetic (modified in a lab from the plant), and fully synthetic (completely made by people). Prescription opioids usually come in pill form and are given to treat severe pain—for example, pain from dental surgery, serious sports injuries, or cancer.
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opiate opiate. 1  a drug containing opium or its derivatives, used in medicine for inducing sleep and relieving pain. 2  any sedative, soporific, or narcotic. 3  anything that causes dullness or inaction or that soothes the feelings. 4  mixed or prepared with opium. 5  inducing sleep; soporific; narcotic. 6  causing dullness or inaction. 7  to subject to an opiate; stupefy.
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Opioid Opioids are indicated for the relief of mild to severe pain, but are usually reserved for moderate to severe pain. The weak opioid codeine, in low doses and combined with one or more other drugs, is commonly available without a prescription.
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- Methadone hydrochloride is an effective, inexpensive, and relatively safe opioid to use in the treatment of patients with chronic pain. It is especially effective in management of pain during the final stages of life, as it is the only long-acting analgesic available in liquid form.
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Painkillers and Opioid Use Disorder There are a number of different drugs that can ease pain. Opioids -- also called opiates or narcotics -- are pain relievers made from opium, which comes from the poppy plant. Morphine and codeine are the two natural products of opium. Synthetic modifications or imitations of morphine produce the other opioids:
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opiate opiate o·pi·ate (ō'pē-ĭt, -āt') n. Any of various sedative narcotics that contain opium or one or more of its natural or synthetic derivatives. A drug, hormone, or other chemical substance that has sedative or narcotic effects similar to those containing opium or its derivatives. Also called opioid. adj. Of or containing opium or any of its derivatives. Resembling opium or its derivatives in activity. Inducing sleep or sedation; soporific. v. o·pi·at·ed, o·pi·at·ing, o·pi·ates (-āt') To subject to the action of an opiate.
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Types of Opioids Used to Treat Chronic Pain Opioids Used to Treat Chronic Pain. Codeine-- Codeine is a pain medication that is taken by mouth. It is short-acting, meaning it lasts only for a few hours per dose. Codeine is often combined with acetaminophen though it may also be administered with aspirin.
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Opioid In a medical context the term usually indicates medications that are artificially made rather than extracted from opium. Common examples include oxycodone, hydrocodone and hydromorphone. Opioids are primarily used in medicine for the treatment of pain. The side effects of opioids include sedation, respiratory depression, constipation, and a strong sense of euphoria. Opioid dependence can develop with ongoing administration, leading to a withdrawal syndrome with abrupt discontinuation.
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opioid opioid. 1. any synthetic narcotic that has opiate-like activities but is not derived from opium. 2. denoting naturally occurring peptides, such as enkephalins, that exert opiate-like effects by interacting with opiate receptors of cell membranes. See also opioid analgesic.