Although pain relief is now the major medical use for opioids, they have been used to save many lives (especially in underdeveloped countries) because of their ability to do what?

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Opioids have been used to counteract diarrhea, which can be life-threatening due to dehydration, especially in underdeveloped countries where access to medical care may be limited.

Although Pain Relief Is Now the Major Medical Use for Opioids