Meperidine
Slang terms
None
Active ingredient
Meperidine hydrochloride
Source
Synthetic
Pharmacological classification
Narcotic Analgesic
Medical use
Pain relief, prevent withdrawal discomfort
Abuse form
Tablets or liquid
Usage method
Taken orally or injected
Effects sought
Euphoria
Adverse effects
Addiction, constipation, loss of appetite
Detectable in urine
Yes
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