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nonaddictive

British  
/ ˌnɒnəˈdɪktɪv /

adjective

  1. not of, relating to, or causing addiction

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The greater need is for nonaddictive drugs to control chronic pain, and while studies are underway, for now only those with acute pain would benefit.

From New York Times • Jan. 30, 2024

"These nonaddictive natural substances have real potential in clinical and therapeutic settings to make a really significant difference in people's lives," said council member Andrew Lewis.

From Fox News • Oct. 6, 2021

He said he planned to increase funding to develop nonaddictive painkillers.

From Washington Post • May 21, 2019

Catnip is considered to be nonaddictive and completely harmless to cats.

From Scientific American • Oct. 5, 2018

“We need social media that will allow us to have a nonaddictive, advertising-free space,” she said.

From The New Yorker • Sep. 10, 2018