Synthetic Heroin (Noun)
Meaning
Synthetic narcotic drug similar to morphine but less habit-forming; used in narcotic detoxification and maintenance of heroin addiction.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Methadone is a type of synthetic heroin that is often prescribed to individuals struggling with opioid addiction.
- The doctor explained that the new medication was a synthetic heroin, designed to help reduce withdrawal symptoms.
- Synthetic heroin has been shown to be effective in reducing cravings and managing withdrawal symptoms in individuals with opioid use disorder.
- Researchers have been studying the use of synthetic heroin as a potential treatment for heroin addiction, with promising results.
- The clinic offered a synthetic heroin program to help individuals gradually taper off of opioids and transition to a life of sobriety.