Summary Ethylmorphine, recognized by its alternative names codethyline and dionine, originated as a semi-synthetic morphinan opioid, initially synthesized by Merck in the year 1884. It was developed as a milder substitute for morphine. In contemporary times, its primary application lies in its role as an antitussive agent. Ethylmorphine is commonly found in cough syrup formulations …
Summary Dihydrocodeine, a semi-synthetic morphinan opioid analgesic, is prescribed to alleviate pain or serve as an antitussive agent, either in isolation or in combination with paracetamol or aspirin. This pharmaceutical compound originated in Germany in 1908 and entered the market for medical use in 1911.Various names, including Drocode, Paracodeine, and Parzone, recognize Dihydrocodeine. It boasts …
Summary Heroin, recognized by various names, including diacetylmorphine and diamorphine, belongs to the morphinan opioid category and is derived from the dried latex of the Papaver somniferum plant. It is primarily sought after for its euphoric effects and is frequently used as a recreational drug. Medical-grade diamorphine, on the other hand, is administered as a …
Summary Dextropropoxyphene, also recognized as Propoxyphene and Darvon, is a synthetic opioid belonging to the phenylpropylamine chemical group. Similar to other compounds within this category, like tapentadol and tramadol, it elicits mild euphoric, analgesic, soothing, and antitussive effects when administered, typically through oral ingestion, though occasionally intravenous or rectal administration may occur.It is worth noting …
Summary Desomorphine, also known as Dihydrodesoxymorphine, belongs to the morphinan chemical class and exhibits various effects, including analgesia, muscle relaxation, sedation, and euphoria upon administration. This substance is a structural analog of morphine and is a key component in the drug mixture referred to as Krokodil (also known as Crocodile, Krok, or Croc). Initially developed …
Summary Codeine, also known as 3-methylmorphine, is a naturally occurring opioid substance belonging to the morphinan class. It is found in extracts of the poppy plant, especially in Papaver bracteatum. Substances within this class are known for their effects, which include sedation, cough suppression, and the induction of euphoria when administered.In opium, codeine ranks as …
Summary Buprenorphine, classified as a semisynthetic opioid within the morphinan chemical category, serves as a versatile compound that acts as a modulator of opioid receptors with mixed partial agonist properties.In higher doses, it is employed to address opioid addiction in individuals dependent on opioids. At lower doses, it finds application in managing moderate to acute …
Summary Acetyl fentanyl, often referred to as acetyl fentanyl, is an opioid analgesic substance and a derivative of fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid. Research indicates that acetyl fentanyl is approximately fifteen times more potent than morphine. This potency suggests that, although slightly less powerful than fentanyl, it remains significantly stronger than pure heroin. It has …
Summary Furanylfentanyl (Fu-F) is an opioid analgesic, structurally similar to fentanyl, and has been distributed as a designer drug.[2][3] In mice, it exhibits an ED50 value of 0.02 mg/kg, indicating it is roughly one-fifth as potent as fentanyl. Identifiers IUPAC name CAS Number 101345-66-8 PubChem CID 13653606 ChemSpider 14921702 UNII 3F7C9J1LS7 Chemical and physical data …
Summary Etonitazene, also referred to as EA-4941 or CS-4640, is a benzimidazole opioid. Its discovery dates back to 1957. Studies have indicated that it possesses an astonishing potency level, estimated to be roughly 1,000 to 1,500 times more potent than morphine when tested in animals.Due to its marked potential for causing dependence and a propensity …
