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Opiates block the pain signals to the brain - therefore the the brain has reduced sensitivity to the pain.
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Do video games reduce the sensation of pain?
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What sort of medicine was opiates?
Opiates are derived from the poppy plant. Most medicinal use for it is to reduce pain and it can also be found in heroine as well.
What type of drug is a pain killer?
A narcotic, opiates
Pain relievers are what type of drug?
opiates mostly
What is it called when opiates are taken with marijuana?
pain management
Burning feeling chest thanupper back for 1 month. Help?
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Does cocodamol contain opiates?
yes co-dydramol does contain opiates, opiates are the oily substance which is with retracted from the poppy seed. Also an opiate is a pain killer.
What kind of pain is similar to getting your tongue pierced?
If done by a professional body piercer, the sensation should be like a sensation of pressure but no actual pain.
How does pain balm work?
Did not Find the answer yet will answer soon...... Pain balms actually cause a pain sensation that overshadows the actual pain sensation and is perceived by our brain as a pleasurable pain. The massaging of the balms into the skin improves the circulation which is added to the effect.
A Drug which causes sleep and relieves pain?
Opiates caused drowsiness as well as relieves pain.
Will zantac test positive for Opiates?
Ranitidine is not an opiate. Ranitide is an antacid. Opiates are pain killers. so I would have to say no.
Can taking opiates cause stomach pain?
Yes, if you are experiencing stomach pain after taking opiates, lay down on your back, close your eyes, relax and don't "fight" the effects of the opiate. You'll find your stomach pain will decrease.
