Opioids are powerful painkillers often prescribed after surgery to help patients manage pain. While they can be highly effective, they also carry a significant risk
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Opioids are a popular class of drugs used to relieve pain. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the drugs reduce pain signals that
