Heroin got its name because it was considered a superhero in fighting pain.

Name: Heroin got its name because it was considered a superhero in fighting pain.
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Heroin was originally marketed by Bayer as a non-addictive morphine substitute and cough suppressant. It was named "Heroin" from the German word "heroisch" which means "heroic" because of its perceived potency in relieving pain.

Heroin Got Its Name Because It Was Considered a Superhero