0
Yes, narcotics are addictive. When narcotics are used for the short term to fight actual physical pain, there is almost no addictive potential. When they are used just to get high they are powerfully addictive.
Wiki User
∙ 6y ago
Wiki User
∙ 10y agoNarcotics are a class of drugs (opioid painkillers), while addiction refers to getting hooked on something where you must have it. Addiction can be either a psychological or physical dependence on a substance. Narcotics are addictive, though not everything that is addictive is a narcotic. For instance, marijuana is mostly just psychologically addictive, but it is not a narcotic. Cocaine is addictive in both ways, but it is a stimulant, not a narcotic.
It all depends on the way the certain molecules bind with receptors in the brain. The better the binding, the shorter lasting and easier the addiction. The lower levels of binding last longer and are slightly less addictive.
Perhaps you mean the difference between dependency and addiction. There is a fine line. Addictive behavior is different and very destructive. Dependency can result from long term use of prescribed drugs by a doctor. We call long term pain sufferers dependent, not addicted. Though, they ARE addicted, the benefits of the drug may outweigh the side effects.
Wiki User
∙ 12y agoThe addiction to narcotics, technically speaking, refers to an addiction to opiates, including heroin, morphine, oxycontin, demerol, etc. Narcotics Anonymous, however, addresses addiction to all drugs, including alcohol.
Wiki User
∙ 13y agoA narcotic usually refers to an opioid drug, while an analgesic is any drug that reduces pain. So narcotics are a type of analgesic, but so are NSAIDs like Ibuprophen.
Wiki User
∙ 12y agoA narcotic is specifically a sleep drug and a drug is just any medicine, good or bad.
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
What is the difference between narcotics and analgestics?
Narcotics are a specific class of drugs that have a sedative effect on the body and can cause dependence, while analgesics are a broader category of drugs that relieve pain. Analgesics can include non-narcotic options like acetaminophen or NSAIDs, in addition to narcotics like opioids.
How are Opioid analgesics administered after surgery?
it is common practice to give narcotic analgesics by intravenous injection for the first 24-48 hours. This may be followed by oral narcotics for the next 24-48 hours, and then non-narcotic analgesics.
Are analgesics expensive?
Analgesics are simply pain killers. The price varies by the specific drug in question. Generic aspirin and ibuprofen are quite inexpensive. Heavy narcotics that you get from the doctor can be quite expensive.
Is narcotic analgesics illegal?
Depends on the narcotic. Many narcotics are currently legal - with tobacco being the most popular. Many other narcotics are available with a prescription for pain killers and other uses.
What are difference between analgesic to antipyretic?
analgesics reliefs pain while antipyretics reliefs fever
What is a group of prescription drugs used for pain relief?
I dont know why are u asking me im am the internet im not that smart.
What is the difference between anesthetics and analgesics?
An anesthetic is used to put you to sleep, say for surgery. An analgesic is a mild pain reliever, such as aspirin or ibuprofen.
What is the difference between narcotic and non-narcotic?
Narcotics are pain relieving drugs that can be addictive. They may also be severely constipating.
What is the difference between a person being called a narc or a snitch?
Narc=Narcotics officer (they bust dealers) and a snitch is an informant.
What is the difference between centrally and peripherally acting analgesics?
Centrally acting analgesics work in the central nervous system to block pain signals, while peripherally acting analgesics work at the site of pain to reduce inflammation and block pain signals. Central analgesics include opioids like morphine, while peripheral analgesics include NSAIDs like ibuprofen.
What is the difference between narcotic and nonnarcotic analgesics?
Narcotic analgesics use a narcotic (usually an opiod) to relieve pain, they are more effective at removing pain, but they can cause pretty drastic dependency and have high potential for abuse. Non-Narcotic analgesics go through other pathways, they do not pose much risk for abuse, but they are typically not as effective especially for acute pain.
Will narcotics delay implanon?
There are no known drug interactions between narcotics and the contraceptive implant.
