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A semisynthetic opioid analgesic developed in 1917, prescribed primarily for pain management. It has become extremely popular as a recreational drug in some areas, and carries a high potential for addiction. Reported as being a little more 'stimulating' than other opioids.
Dosage
Insufflated
Common: 7.5-15mg
Light: 2.5-7.5mg
Strong: 15-25mg
Oral
Common: 10-25mg
Light: 2.5-10mg
Strong: 25-40mg
Note: Dosages reflect that, while nasal bioavailability (BA) may be less than oral BA, nasal administration causes an additional 'rush' (due to quicker onset); this may lead to a subjective experience of greater strength than an equivalent oral dose.
Duration
Onset: undefined minutes
Duration: undefined hours
After effects: 1-24 hours
Timeline
After
1-24 hours
012h1d
Typical
Extended range
Effects
Pain reliefRespiratory depressionSedationConstipationCough suppressionDecreased libidoDifficulty urinatingItchinessNauseaPupil constrictionStomach crampsAppetite suppressionEuphoriaAnxiety suppressionDream potentiation
Half-life
2-4 hours