Frequently Asked Questions
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Is cocaine an opioid?
No, cocaine is not an opioid.
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Is naloxone given as a nasal spray?
Yes, naloxone nasal spray is a form naloxone available to consumers as an easy-to-use drug that reverses the powerful effects of opioids during an overdose.
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Is fentanyl stronger than other opioids?
Fentanyl is stronger than many other opioids. To put it into perspective it is about 75 times stronger than oxycodone.
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How do I talk to my parents about drugs?
If you don\'t feel comfortable discussing drugs with your parents, reach out to a trusted adult or call 1-800-662-HELP for support and more information.
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Is oxymorphone an opioid?
Yes, oxymorphone is an opioid.
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Should my son/daughter take an opioid for pain?
Young people are at risk for opioid addiction because their brains are still developing.
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How are opioids given to patients?
Opioids can be taken by mouth, through an injection, or by placing a patch on the skin—other methods of delivering opioids are less commonly used.
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Is giving a teenager a prescription opioid safe?
Young people are at risk for opioid addiction because their brains are still developing.
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Do I need to take an opioid if my doctor prescribed me one?
Unlike antibiotics, you don\'t need to take opioids if they aren\'t making you feel better or if you no longer have pain.
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Is hydrocodone an opioid?
Yes, hydrocodone is an opioid.
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