Summary Morphine belongs to the morphinan class of naturally occurring opioid substances. It is one of the alkaloids naturally found in opium, derived from the poppy plant Papaver somniferum, alongside codeine. Furthermore, morphine serves as the prototype opiate, setting the standard against which other opioids are measured, including codeine, diacetylmorphine (commonly known as heroin), and … Read more
Summary Methadone, available under trade names like Dolophine and Methadose, is a synthetic opioid analgesic utilized to manage moderate to severe pain and address opioid addiction. Its primary application is in the treatment and control of opioid addiction symptoms. While its subjective effects share similarities with other synthetic opioids like fentanyl, users often report a … Read more
Summary Hydrocodone, commonly known as Vicodin or Norco when mixed with paracetamol, is a semi-synthetic opioid morphinan. This compound is synthesized or chemically derived from codeine, one of the opioid alkaloids naturally occurring in the opium poppy. It functions as a narcotic analgesic, typically administered orally to suppress coughs. Moreover, it is frequently taken orally … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
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 … Read more
