25 Signs of Opioid Addiction

25 Signs of Opioid Addiction

What Are Opioids Prescribed For? Opioids are a type of narcotic painkiller medication given to people experiencing high levels of pain, often after a serious accident or due to a serious illness. Because they have a constipating effect, they are sometimes given...
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01/11 2023
Xanax Addiction Recovery: 12 Things to Know

Xanax Addiction Recovery: 12 Things to Know

What Is Xanax? Prescribed under the generic drug name Alprazolam, the brand name drug Xanax is a benzodiazepine drug. Doctors prescribe Xanax primarily to treat anxiety but it can also help alleviate depression and insomnia. Unfortunately, benzodiazepines like Xanax can also be...
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01/04 2023
Opioid Addiction in Older Adults

Opioid Addiction in Older Adults

Opioid Addiction in Older Adults Many adults often mix prescription drugs with non-prescription drugs and supplements, at risk for significant drug interaction. In 2015, 39% of drug-related deaths occurred in adults over the age of 50, with 75% of drug-related deaths in...
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10/20 2022
Fentanyl Rehab in Tampa

Fentanyl Rehab in Tampa

Fentanyl Addiction Facts  Fentanyl has been making headlines as the leading cause of death for adults aged 18 to 45 years old, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Pharmaceutical Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that’s 50 to...
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09/20 2022
Codeine vs. Hydrocodone: What’s the Difference?

Codeine vs. Hydrocodone: What’s the Difference?

The Difference Between Codeine and Hydrocodone Codeine and hydrocodone are both opioid pain medications that are used to treat pain and suppress the cough reflex in the brain. The difference between these two opioid pain medications is the chemical compounds that they...
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08/11 2022
Adderall Abuse in College Students

Adderall Abuse in College Students

What Is Adderall? Adderall is a prescription medication that doctors usually give to people suffering from ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. It is a central nervous system stimulant amphetamine drug and is a Schedule II drug, meaning it has a high risk...
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02/25 2022
Opioid Detox Naples

Opioid Detox Naples

What to Expect in Opioid Detox Living with opioid addiction is a challenging place to be. You know you want to get help for your addiction and move away from a life of opioid dependency, but you have reservations about the detox...
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02/15 2022
Xanax Detox Naples

Xanax Detox Naples

Xanax Detox and Withdrawal Many Naples residents have had a prescription for Xanax written for them at some point in their life. Xanax is a benzodiazepine sedative drug prescribed to treat conditions like depression, anxiety, stress, and panic disorders. It works by...
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01/28 2022
How to Wean off Oxycodone in Tampa

How to Wean off Oxycodone in Tampa

What Does it Mean to Wean Off Oxycodone? Oxycodone is a potent prescription opioid medication prescribed to those who suffer from moderate to severe discomfort and pain. The drug is highly addictive and can be easily abused, creating an intense high for...
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01/17 2022
How Do Methadone Clinics Work in St. Petersburg?

How Do Methadone Clinics Work in St. Petersburg?

What Is a Methadone Clinic? A methadone clinic is a physical place a person with an addiction to opioid drugs like heroin, morphine, oxycontin, and other prescription drugs can go to stop using these drugs in a way that keeps them safe...
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01/11 2022