opioidowy
Opioidowy is a Polish term that refers to opioids, a class of drugs that include the illegal drug heroin, synthetic opioids such as fentanyl, and pain relievers available legally by prescription, such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, codeine, morphine, and many others. Opioids are chemicals that interact with opioid receptors on nerve cells in the body and brain. Opioid receptors are found mainly in the brain, spinal cord, and gastrointestinal tract. When these products attach to their receptors, they reduce the perception of pain.
Opioids can be highly effective in managing pain, especially after surgery or for certain health conditions.
The term "opioidowy" can also refer to the Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) in Poland, which aims to