Opiates Are a Class of Drugs That Are Derived from Opium

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Essay

Opiates are a class of drugs that are derived from opium and are often used for pain relief. For those who cannot quit using opiates through behavioral treatments, researchers have sought to find a nonaddictive substitute that would satisfy the craving for opiates without harmful side effects. Describe two drugs that have been used to help people who are addicted to opiates.

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