SAY HELLO TO A DANGEROUS NEW OPIOID CALLED “W-18”
Although typically used for medical purposes, opioids have ascended to new, threatening levels over the past few decades (resulting in the North American Opioid Crisis) and have started to evolve into even more dangerous forms than before. Besides the natural variety of opioids (including morphine), synthetic opioids like heroin and fentanyl have become the items […]
WHY ALCOHOL IS THE MOST DANGEROUS DRUG IN THE WORLD
What do you consider to be the most dangerous drug in the entire world? For some of you, this decision might be pretty easy. On one hand, you might choose illegal opiates like heroin and fentanyl, as they are two of the triggers of the American Opioid Crisis. On the other hand, some of you […]
HOW CLINICAL TRIALS CAN HELP ADDICTS AND SUBSTANCE ABUSERS
Have you ever considered how medical professionals develop medications that help us get over a nasty cold or recover from surgery? Where do these magical substances come from? While we might be familiar with the long (LONG) line of research that needs to be conducted, one particular step serves as a critical gateway point: the […]
SIDE EFFECTS OF HEROIN ABUSE
A big problem in our country today is the rise of heroin addiction. Most abusers of opioids will eventually turn to heroin when they run out of options. Because heroin can only be acquired illegally, it adds an element of danger to this drug. Just like other opioid substances, heroin is very addictive and can […]
HEROIN VS YOUR BODY
From an outside perspective, it is difficult to understand how someone could become a heroin user. It is not every day we see people wanting to inject themselves with anything, let alone a drug so potent and powerful. That’s just it – the drug is so powerful that it takes control of the body. Individuals […]
WHAT DOES A HEROIN ADDICT LOOK LIKE?
Typically, when you think of a heroin addict, a certain picture pops into your head of what their appearance and behavior should look like. However, not every heroin user lives on the streets with an unhygienic mien, or scabs on their body. In fact, very few of them do; heroin is a drug that allows […]
Track Marks: Understanding, Prevention, and Treatment
Identifying Signs of Heart Damage from Drug Use
Substance abuse poses significant risks to cardiovascular health, leading to potentially irreversible damage. Among the many health concerns linked to drug use, heart damage is one of the most critical. This article explores the signs of heart damage caused by drug use. Various substances, including cocaine, methamphetamine, and even prescription medications when misused, can have […]
Inpatient vs Outpatient Rehab – How to Decide
Inpatient vs Outpatient Rehab – How to Decide Today, the National Survey on Substance Use and Mental Health indicates that some 43.7 million Americans over the age of 12 need substance use treatment – or rehab. For many of us, going to treatment is a long and complex process, often involving research as we learn […]
Suboxone Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Warnings
Suboxone Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Warnings Suboxone is an FDA-approved medical drug intended for the treatment of opioid use disorder. The drug combines buprenorphine and naloxone to prevent cravings, reduce the impact of taking opioids, and reduce the risk of dependence or abuse on the buprenorphine. Today, Suboxone is considered an essential medicine by […]
