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Introduction
Narcotics, also known as opioids, are drugs derived from opium that are made synthetically. These drugs can come in various forms, including tablets, powders, and syrups, and can be abused by swallowing,
smoking, sniffing, or injecting. They produce a sense of well-being but can lead to
drowsiness and addiction. Medically, they are used to manage pain and other conditions but can also have negative effects like
constipation and slowed breathing. Overdoses can be fatal, and these drugs are controlled substances in many countries, with various legal classifications based on their medical use and potential for abuse.
By taking this quiz you can learn some facts about narcotic drugs, their uses, and misuses in society. The topics covered are:
- What are narcotic drugs (1✔ ✔Trusted Source
Pain medications - narcotics
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- Examples of narcotic drugs (2✔ ✔Trusted Source
The Big List of Narcotic Drugs
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- Side effects (4✔ ✔Trusted Source
What are prescription opioids?
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- Acts related to narcotic drugs (5✔ ✔Trusted Source
Medical Use, Decriminalization, and Legalization of Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances—What Does It Mean and What Is Its Current Status in India?
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Laws for Controlling Illicit Drug Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances: A Summary
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- Article 47 (7✔ ✔Trusted Source
Office on Drugs and Crime
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- Punishment of drug abuse (8✔ ✔Trusted Source
Opioid Basics
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- CND (9✔ ✔Trusted Source
What Are Narcotics?
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- Opioid addiction
