(2006-02-13 15:01:46)Narcotics
- " The word narcotic derives from the Greek word "Narkotikos" which means deadening or benumbing. This refers to the sedative effects of this class of drug that includes opium and derivatives like heroin, as well as morphine and methadone. The Controlled Substance Act in the United States includes other illicit drugs like cocaine in this broad classification but the effects of cocaine, for example, are stimulatory rather than sedating...."
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