Source and effect of opoids and theri derivatives
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Both humans and animals have opiate receptors in the brain. These receptors act as action sites for different types of opiates such as heroin and morphine.
The reason the brain has these receptor sites is because of the existence of endogenous (internal) neurotransmitters that act on these receptor sites and produce responses in the body that are similar to those of opiate drugs.
Opiates work by binding to specific receptors in the brain, thus mimicking the effects of pain-relieving chemicals that are produced naturally. These drugs bind to opiate receptors in the brain, spinal cord, and other locations in the body. By binding to these receptors, they block the perception of pain. Opiates can block pain and cause feelings of well-being, but they can also cause side effects such as nausea, confusion, and drowsiness.