Opioid : Science World Report

Jun 12, 2017 05:37 AM EDT

FDA Wants To Withdraw This Opioid Drug From The Market

FDA wants to remove Opana ER from the market that causes serious health condition to the public.

May 12, 2017 05:44 AM EDT

Rise In Hepatitis C Cases May Be Linked To Opioid Use

Sharing needles can infect someone with hepatitis C -- and opioid use could be the reason for such rise in hepatitis C cases.

Feb 22, 2017 04:20 AM EST

Treatment Not Punishment: AAP Releases A New Statement Regarding On Pregnant Women Under Opioid Influence

There are no healthy benefits for both mother and the unborn child if the mom gets punished.

Feb 21, 2017 04:00 AM EST

Opioid Addiction: Anti-Addiction Medicine Given By ER Has High Chances To Stop Drug Abuse

Research suggests that buprenorphine reduces the craving for opioid.

Jan 26, 2017 04:10 AM EST

Researchers Find Gene Variant That May Help Opioid Addiction Therapy; Personalized Treatment May Be Possible

Researchers found a variant from African American gene that can lead to personalize opioid addiction treatment.

Oct 11, 2016 04:00 AM EDT

China To Sell Killer Opioid In the United States, Authorities Warn Against Buying

Carfentanil known as the killer opioid is a deadly drug and China is more than willing to sell it in the US.

Sep 21, 2016 05:05 AM EDT

Opioids Can Affect Your Perception Of Babies' Cuteness, Study Warns

Opioid dependency can lead to dysfunctional parenting.

Sep 19, 2016 04:40 AM EDT

Opioid Use In The US Is Incredibly Decreasing, Is It Because Of Medical Marijuana?

Experts show the decrease of Opioid overdose due to the legalization of medical marijuana.

Aug 17, 2016 03:52 AM EDT

Short-Term Use Of Opioid Can Also Lead To Addiction, Study Says

A study revealed that one in ten postsurgical patients who used opioid in the short period of time became also addicted or dependent on the said substance.

Jun 02, 2016 04:40 AM EDT

Study Shows How Morphine Can Worsen Pain Management

Folks who happen to experience severe pain may eventually be prescribed to turn to Morphine for needed relief. They come in many types and would depend on what is prescribed by a doctor.

May 23, 2016 05:00 AM EDT

Opioids Prescriptions Decline In The US For The First Time In Two Decades

The federal, state and physician's efforts to curb the opioid prescriptions have taken into effect.

Apr 08, 2016 06:38 AM EDT

Opioids Can Help Treat Heroin Addiction

Opioid is a medication prescribed for people with chronic pain. It is a powerful pain killer that can be highly addictive. There are approximately 5 million Americans who develop dependence to this drug that leads to at least 17,000 annual deaths. However, a recent study in Canada claims that an opi...