The Dangers Of Leaving Prescription Painkillers Unsecured
In the wrong hands, prescription pain meds can be deadly. For this reason, people who have prescriptions for these drugs should keep them in a secured location. Kids are especially susceptible to the dangers of opiates and can die if they ingest them. In July, police charged a man and woman in Port Charlotte, Florida, […]
Doctors Asks the FDA to Limit the Use of Opioids for Moderate Pain
Record numbers of people are falling victim to prescription painkiller addiction. Overdoses from opioids are the leading cause of accidental death in the U.S. And many experts agree that something drastic must be done. In an effort to curb abuse of prescription painkillers, a group of public health officials is asking the U.S. Food and […]
‘Pharm’ Parties
Many Teens Think Prescription Opiates Are Safe Because They’re Legally Prescribed The teenage years are known to be a time of exploration, risk taking and sometimes, rebellion. One of the biggest threats facing young people today is opiate abuse. According to a study done by the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia […]
Methadone Addiction Symptoms
Methadone addiction symptoms and signs are fairly straightforward. If you suspect a loved one is addicted to Methadone, you’ve probably already noticed some of the signs. Read on to learn more about the symptoms of methadone addiction. Methadone is a synthetic opiate prescribed for pain but better known for its treatment of opiate addiction. People […]
Methadone Detox Center
Thousands of people have found lasting recovery from addiction to opiates including Methadone, OxyContin and heroin. What’s truly impressive is that, in a crowded field as drug detox, Waismann Method’s Methadone Detox Center has maintained an excellent reputation for its safety and effectiveness for almost 20 years. . In addition, the Waismann Method ® has […]
Methadone Detox Possible Complications
Methadone detox can cause very uncomfortable and sometimes unsafe withdrawal symptoms, you will want to arm yourself with information that can keep you safe. Methadone is a narcotic prescription medication that is an analgesic but most often used to treat opiate addiction. This opiate replacement drug is meant to be a substitution for heroin, OxyContin and […]
Methadone Addiction Facts
The Real Facts About Methadone Addiction Methadone is a long-acting drug that blocks the euphoric effects and sedative properties of opiates such as heroin and OxyContin. It also blunts the craving, which helps to reduce the chances for a relapse, and reduces symptoms of opiate withdrawal. Methadone maintenance programs were instituted in the U.S. in […]
Painkiller Tourism
Prescription Drug “Tourists” Pose New Challenge For Law Enforcement Officials Trying To Control Painkiller Epidemic As officials in states such as Ohio, Kentucky and West Virginia crack down on so called “pill mills,” dealers and addicts are finding creative ways to get their supply. Opiate painkillers such as Vicodin, Percocet and OxyContin are known to […]
Methadone Detox Symptoms
People struggling with Methadone Addiction face physical and psychological symptoms when detoxing. These can be hard to manage without the help and support of a professional detox program. There are certain opiate treatment centers that can minimize – even eliminate – the symptoms of Methadone withdrawal. Trying to quit on your own is not wise […]
Methadone Detox Options
Sometimes, people need to detox from a drug that was designed to help them kick other, more serious drugs. This can be the case with both methadone and Suboxone, considered opiate replacement therapies. If you have taken methadone for opiate addiction, you may be one of the people who find they’ve become dependent upon it. […]
