Acrylfentanyl

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Acrylfentanyl is a potent opioid analgesic that is an analog of fentanyl. Studies have estimated acrylfentanyl to be 15 times more potent than morphine.

History[edit | edit source]

Acrylfentanyl was first discovered in the 1980s by a team of scientists at Janssen Pharmaceutica. It is a member of the fentanyl class of opioid agonists.

Pharmacology[edit | edit source]

Like other opioids, acrylfentanyl works by binding to the body's mu-opioid receptor. This binding action results in a decrease in the perception of pain. However, acrylfentanyl is unique in that it also has a high affinity for the delta-opioid receptor, which may contribute to its potent analgesic effects.

Legal status[edit | edit source]

Acrylfentanyl is a controlled substance in many countries, including the United States, Canada, and the European Union. In the United States, it is classified as a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act.

Health effects[edit | edit source]

The use of acrylfentanyl can lead to serious health effects, including respiratory depression, nausea, vomiting, and dependence. Overdose can result in death.

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