What are the long and short term effects of heroin?
Heroin is considered an opiate. It produces a dreamy, euphoric state, with a lessened sensation of pain. Short-term effects include slowed breathing, constipation, nausea, vomiting, and pinpoint pupils. In addition, it is highly addictive. Long term users face an increase in risky behaviors associated with obtaining and using heroin. They also exhibit suppressed immune systems, chronic constipation, sexual dysfunction, and malnutrition.
