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What is the medicinal use of narcotic drugs ?

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### Step-by-Step Text Solution: 1. **Definition of Narcotic Drugs**: Narcotic drugs are substances that have sedative and analgesic properties. They are primarily used in medicine to relieve pain. 2. **Mechanism of Action**: Narcotics work by binding to specific receptors in the brain and spinal cord, which helps to block pain signals and produce a calming effect. ...
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