What is Heroin?
Heroin is a powerful, illegal opioid derived from morphine, commonly used by injection, snorting, or smoking. It produces intense euphoria but is highly addictive and carries severe health risks, including overdose and respiratory depression. Long-term use of heroin can lead to tolerance, dependence, and a high risk of infectious diseases through needle sharing.
Treatment for heroin addiction typically includes detox, therapy, and medication-assisted treatment to help manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings.