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Opioids vs Opiates vs Narcotics

For the last few years, “opioids” have become a common term in most every household in America. The opioid epidemic has spiralled out of control, at this time, more than 130 people in the United States die after overdosing on opioids each day. The term “opiates” refers to natural or modified components of opium. These include codeine, morphine and even heroin. The term opioids was originally used to describe synthetic opiates such as Oxycontin or Fentanyl. However, it is now used for the entire class of drugs. A “narcotic” is an older name which originally referred to any mind-altering compound that had sleep-inducing/sedative properties. There are various opioids and opiates that people abuse, including:

  • Codeine
  • Hydrocodone (Vicodin, Hycodan)
  • Morphine (MS Contin, Kadian)
  • Oxycodone (Oxycontin, Percoset)
  • Hydromorphone (Dilaudid)
  • Fentanyl (Duragesic)
  • Heroine
  • Opium

Opioid use and abuse of any kind can easily lead to addiction. If you are currently taking any of the above opioids, we recommend seeking treatment. There are safer and healthier alternatives for you.


Do You Have an Opioid Addiction?

Not quite sure if you or a loved one suffer from opioid addiction and need opioid treatment in Audubon, New Jersey? Here are some important questions to ask:


Has your use of opioids increased?

Do you experience withdrawal symptoms when you aren’t using?

Do you use more opioids than you would like, or more than you are prescribed?

Have you experienced negative consequences of using opioids?

Have you put off doing things because of opioid use?

Do you find yourself thinking obsessively about getting or using opioids?

Have you made unsuccessful attempts to cut down or quit your opioid use?


If you answered yes to three or more of these questions, you probably suffer from an opioid addiction. At Clear Horizons Healthcare, we offer medication-assisted opioid treatment in Audubon and would be more than happy to help. Contact us today to learn more about our Audubon addiction treatment.


Start Opioid Treatment in Audubon, NJ Today

Think that you or a loved one may be abusing opioids? Interested in opioid recovery in Audubon, New Jersey? Contact Clear Horizons Healthcare, we offer opioid treatment nearby and would be more than happy to help you live a more sober and healthy life.

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