Heroin is a semi-synthetic opioid synthesized from morphine, a derivative of the opium poppy. As with other opiates, heroin is used both as a pain-killer and a recreational drug. Frequent administration quickly leads to tolerance and dependence and has a very high potential for addiction. If sustained use of heroin for as little as three days is stopped abruptly, withdrawal symptoms can appear. This is much quicker than other common opioids such as oxycodone and hydrocodone. Addiction to heroin has many severe outcomes that can resuly death. Treating heroin addiction requires both the medical and psychological, supportive systems. This community will assist you in understanding and coping with the various sides of heroin addiction.
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