Opiods
By S. Luster
Opioids are substances that act on opioid receptors to produce morphine-like effects. Opioids are most often used medically to relieve pain.
Nicknames
Hydrocodone (Lortab, Vicodin) (DOJ) Hydro. Codeine (Robitussin) (NIDA) Cody. Fentanyl (Sublimaze, Actiq) China White or China Girl. Methadone (Methadose, Dolphine) Morphine (Duramorph) Meperidine (Demerol) Oxymorphone
Side Effects
Common side effects of opioid administration include sedation, dizziness, nausea,vomiting, constipation, physical dependence, tolerance, and respiratory depression. Physical dependence and addiction are clinical concerns that may prevent proper prescribing and in turn inadequate pain management.
Nicknames
Hydrocodone (Lortab, Vicodin) (DOJ) Hydro. Codeine (Robitussin) (NIDA) Cody. Fentanyl (Sublimaze, Actiq) China White or China Girl. Methadone (Methadose, Dolphine) Morphine (Duramorph) Meperidine (Demerol) Oxymorphone
Side Effects
Common side effects of opioid administration include sedation, dizziness, nausea,vomiting, constipation, physical dependence, tolerance, and respiratory depression. Physical dependence and addiction are clinical concerns that may prevent proper prescribing and in turn inadequate pain management.