Which statement about the history of opium is true?
A) It has a long history of recreational use.
B) It was once a popular remedy for women in the form of IV heroin.
C) It did not have wide use until synthetic forms were produced.
D) It was historically restricted to medicinal use, not used recreationally.

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Opium has been used recreationally for thousands of years, with some of the earliest known references dating back to ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt. It was also an important trade commodity in ancient societies, such as those along the Silk Road.

Which Statement About the History of Opium Is True