Narcotic Analgesics
Common Examples
Heroin (many colors)
Vicodin
Oxycontin
Hydrocodone
Morphine
Fentanyl
Prescription Examples
Vicodin
Oxycontin
Hydrocodone
Methods of Ingestion
Orally (In Pill Form)
Smoked
Suppositories
Snorted
Injected as a liquid
Transdermal
Common Signs of Use
Very Addictive (some users are addicted after one use)
Users may develop a tolerance to the drug
Drowsiness, slowed breathing
Dry Mouth
Euphoria
Itching
People who stop using may suffer physical withdrawal
Droopy eyelids
Depressed Reflexes
Slow, Low, Raspy Speech
Puncture Marks
Nausea
Physical Effects
Ptosis (Droopy Eyelids)
“On the Nod”
Drowsiness
Depressed Reflexes
Dry Mouth
Low Blood Pressure
Slowed Pulse Rate & Breathing
Constricted Pupils
Slow, Low Raspy Speech
Effects
Overdose Effects
Slow/Shallow Breathing
Clammy Skin
Coma
Convulsions
Overview
Commonly referred to as ‘Opioids’ are a class of medicines that are used to provide relief from moderate-to- severe acute or chronic pain. They may also be called opiates, opioid analgesics, or narcotics. Analgesic is another name for a medicine that relieves pain. Narcotic Analgesics induce euphoria, alter moods and produce sedation. They are also known for their physically addicting properties and
severe withdrawal symptoms.