There are many chemical variations,or ___________ called "designer drugs," that are semisynthetic versions of drugs like heroin and cocaine,such as hydromorphine and oxycodone.

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There are many chemical variations,or ___________ called "designer drugs," that are semisynthetic versions of drugs like heroin and cocaine,such as hydromorphine and oxycodone.​

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The term "analog" refers to a chemical compound that is similar in structure to another compound but has slight differences, often resulting in altered biological effects. "Designer drugs" are often analogs of illicit drugs like heroin and cocaine, and can have similar or even more potent effects than the original compounds.

There Are Many Chemical Variations,or ___________ Called "Designer Drugs," That