Opiates

What Are They?

Opiates are any sedative narcotics that contain opium or one of its natural or synthetic derivatives. These drugs dull the senses and induce relaxation and torpor. Some of the most common opiates are Morphine, Codeine, Oxycodone, and Hyrdrocodone.

Possible Side Effects

• Euphoria
• Drowsiness
• Respiratory Depression
• Constricted pupils
• Nausea

Overdose Effects

• Slow or shallow breathing
• Clammy skin
• Convulsions
• Coma
• Possible Death

Withdrawal Symptoms

• Watery eyes
• Runny nose
• Yawning
• Loss of appetite
• Irritability
• Tremors, panic, chills
• Cramps
• Nausea

Opiates do not produce spectacular or uncanny states of mind likes those of LSD. There are no hallucinations, waking dreams, illusions, or other psychotic-like effects associated with them.