1. any of a group of natural substances, as the endorphins, produced by the body in increased amounts in response to stress and pain. 2. any of several synthetic compounds, as methadone, having...
OPIOIDS: -noun Biochemistry, Pharmacology. 1. any opium like substance. 2. any of a group of natural substances, as the endorphins, produced by the body in increased amounts in response to stress and...
Meperidine is the generic name for the brand name drug Demerol, which can be given in pill or injectable form. Demerol is a DEA Schedule 2 opiate, and is currently only available as a generic to the...