Opioid
Beyond Pain Relief: Exploring the Dangers of Opioids
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The Emergence of Synthetic Opioids
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Opioid Withdrawal: What to Expect at Each Stage
Opioid withdrawal is the body’s reaction when someone who has been using opioids for a long time suddenly stops or reduces their intake. This process occurs as the body adjusts to the absence of the drug it has become dependent on, leading to various physical and psychological symptoms. Whether you or someone you know is […]
Saving Lives: The Correct Use of Naloxone
Naloxone, a powerful opioid overdose reversal medication, can mean the difference between life and death in the event of an overdose. Opioid use disorder is becoming a wild disorder that disables the personality from its addiction. It is crucial to know when and how to use naloxone effectively to save a life. In this article, […]
What Is Nucynta (Tapentadol)?
If you develop moderate-to-severe pain, your doctor may prescribe a medication called Nucynta. This opioid analgesic (painkiller) is recommended mainly for people who have not responded well to non-opioid pain medications. Here’s what you should know about it. What Is Nucynta (Tapentadol)? Nucynta is the brand name for a prescription drug called tapentadol. As an […]
How Soon Can You Drink Alcohol After Taking Oxycodone?
Oxycodone stays in your system for about 24 hours. That means most people should wait at least one day after their last dose before drinking alcohol. Like other opioids, oxycodone can have life-threatening side effects when mixed with alcohol. Other people should wait even longer. The specific amount of time you should wait depends on […]
Can You Safely IV Zubsolv Or Suboxone?
Zubsolv and Suboxone are two medications commonly used in the treatment of opioid dependence and some people wonder if you can You safely IV zubsolv Or suboxone?
National Opioid Awareness Day – September 21, 2022
September 21 was established as National Opioid Awareness Day to help spread awareness of America’s opioid crisis and bring focus to overdose prevention strategies. It’s also a day for remembering the almost 1 million Americans who have died from an opioid overdose since 1999 and honoring the grief felt by their families and friends. National […]
Effects & Dangers Of Purple Heroin
Heroin is among the most dangerous drugs in the world. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 13,000 Americans died from heroin-related drug overdoses in 2020. Recently, a new drug called purple heroin (or “purp”) has started appearing on the illegal drug market. Compared to regular heroin, purple heroin poses even […]
What Is Tranq Dope?
“Tranq dope” is a street name for opioids laced with xylazine, an animal tranquilizer. If someone is mixing xylazine with an opioid, it’s usually with heroin or fentanyl. “Tranq dope” or just “tranq” can also refer to xylazine by itself. Why Do People Use Tranq Dope? As a tranquilizer, xylazine produces a strong sedative effect. […]
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