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Opioids can be defined as a class of drugs, which include the drug heroin, synthetic opioids such as fentanyl, and various pain relievers prescribed legally, such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, and others. This class of drug is primarily taken for pain relief. It has been used for other medical purposes including cough and diarrhea treatment. They bind to opioids receptor and produce a desirable result. Opioids are generally safe when taken for a short time, regular use of the drug can lead to dependence and in extreme cases may even result in death. Market Dynamics According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) estimates, in 2015 by the American Pain Society, nearly 50 million people in the U.S. suffered from chronic pain. Use of opioids in cancer, orthopedic, neuropathic, post-operative pain, and lower back pain is very effective. With growing incidence of chronic pain demand for opioids is also expected to increase consequently. Moreover, opioid overdose or abuse has f...