Jun 9, 2025 · What to know The number of opioid-involved deaths increased substantially from 1999 to 2023, but 2023 marked the first annual decline since 2018. There have been three …

Jul 20, 2024 · People who take opioids are at risk of opioid use disorder, often called opioid addiction. Personal history and how long people use opioids play a role. But it's impossible to …

Jul 22, 2025 · Opioid use disorder occurs when you have an overpowering drive to use opioids despite their risks. This may include an increased tolerance or withdrawal symptoms when you …

Opioid use disorder (OUD) is a complex illness characterized by compulsive use of opioid drugs even when the person wants to stop, or when using the drugs negatively affects the person’s …

Nov 22, 2024 · Opioids are addictive. Use of opioids, either by themselves or in combination with other drugs, is a major driver of the drug overdose crisis in the United States. The vast …

Apr 14, 2025 · People don’t usually develop an addiction or other problem with opioid use right away. Some might not have any problems with taking the drugs. And others might feel …

Oct 11, 2024 · This guide is a useful tool for clinicians to provide to their patients and their families, along with a resource for pharmacies and patient groups.

May 26, 2024 · When opioids are misused, and taken in doses or frequencies higher than they are prescribed for, there is a potential for opioid abuse and addiction. Opioid abuse is also …

Opioids produce feelings of euphoria that make it more likely that people will continue to use opioids, despite any negative consequences that may go along with opioid use.

Oct 1, 2023 · Opioids are a class of drugs that are made with natural or synthetic chemicals found in the opium poppy plant. This includes illegal substances, such as heroin, and prescription …