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Morphine

A Compound containing a Benzene Ring Systematic Name:


(5,6)-7,8-didehydro4,5-epoxy-17-methylmorphinan-3,6-diol

Morphine is a alkaloid; a nitrogenous compound which originates from plants which can have an an effect on human physiology and is known commonly for its use as a pain killer for acute and chronic pain, its use as a pain killer comes from its history. morphine interacts with opioid receptors in the brain and gastrointestinal tract, blocking the transmission of neurotransmitter which in turn greatly reduces the transmission of pain. However, blocking these receptors produces specic effects (depending on which opioid receptor is interacted with) which include respiratory depression and sedation. Most effective when administered by injection.

Benzene Ring

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