Morphine
Description
Morphine is a type of Phenanthrene Opiate Alkaloid Analgesic, classified legally as a Narcotic. Heroin (chemically named Diacetylmorphine) is a synthetic derivative of Morphine.
Uses of Morphine
Nervous System
Morphine activates some types of Opioid Receptors:
Morphine primarily activates Mu Opioid Receptors.
To a lesser extent, Morphine activates Kappa Opioid Receptors and Delta Opioid Receptors.
Morphine strongly alleviates Pain (by binding to Opioid Receptors within the Brain) - when Morphine is used for this purpose it is classified as an Analgesic.
Toxic Side-Effects of Morphine
Tolerance and addiction to Morphine develops rapidly and dependence is a distinct threat.
Digestive System
Morphine may cause Constipation.
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