Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) Practice

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Which of the following is an example of a natural narcotic?

Fentanyl
Codeine
Demerol
MDMA

The correct answer is: Codeine

Codeine is classified as a natural narcotic because it is derived from the opium poppy plant, Papaver somniferum, which is the source of several naturally occurring alkaloids. It is a metabolite of morphine and has natural pain-relieving properties, making it a part of the opioid class of medications used to treat mild to moderate pain and as a cough suppressant. In contrast, fentanyl and Demerol (meperidine) are synthetic opioids, meaning they are chemically manufactured rather than extracted from a natural source. MDMA, also known as ecstasy, is a synthetic drug that has both stimulant and hallucinogenic properties, and it is not classified as a narcotic. Understanding these classifications is essential for professionals in the field of addiction counseling, as it highlights the differences between natural and synthetic substances and their implications for treatment and recovery.