Vicoprofen Warnings
Avoiding serious complications from prescription painkiller use is as simple as knowing the warnings. Despite an increase in the cases of addiction and fatal overdose due to opiates, they can be taken safely if instructions on use are followed. Vicoprofen contains hydrocodone, a narcotic pain reliever, and ibuprofen, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It is meant […]
Xodol Precautions
Xodol is a narcotic painkiller that combines hydrocodone and acetaminophen. It’s used to treat moderate to severe pain and while it can be taken safely, certain precautions need to be followed. Acetaminophen is a non-narcotic pain reliever that carries its own risks. At high doses, it can cause liver damage so it’s important for patients […]
Xodol Warnings
Safe use of opiate medications is so important. Xodol is a combination prescription medication used to treat moderate to severe pain and sometimes cough suppression. It contains hydrocodone, a narcotic pain reliever, and acetaminophen, a non-narcotic pain reliever. Like other opiate medications, Xodol use can become habit-forming. That’s why it’s so essential to use it […]
Zydone Precautions
It’s always better to be safe than sorry. When it comes to prescription opiate painkillers, certain guidelines are put in place to keep patients safe. These instructions and precautions outline use, allergic reaction, interactions, warnings and information on addiction, withdrawal and overdose. Zydone is used to treat moderate to severe pain and contains hydrocodone and […]
Zydone Warnings
Prescription narcotics carry warnings on the packaging’s label to ensure patients are well informed on issues such as side effects, dependence and overdose. Zydone is a combination drug that contains hydrocodone, an opiate (narcotic) painkiller that has the potential to be habit forming. It also contains acetaminophen, a non-narcotic painkiller that in high doses can […]
Risks of Quitting Vicodin Cold Turkey
People who take Vicodin for a prolonged period of time should have a plan for getting off of it. For some, this can mean tapering use gradually. Those who become dependent on their pain medication need a more thorough and controlled approach to detox. Quitting Vicodin cold turkey is never a good idea, as serious […]
Stadol Precautions
Stadol is a narcotic medication most often prescribed for migraine headaches and labor pain. There are some risks associated with its use so precautions and warnings should be followed closely. These can be found in detail on the drug’s prescribing label and accompanying informational page. Stadol, or butorphanol tartrate, is a synthetic opioid that comes […]
Opiate Antagonists
What is an Opioid Antagonist? Opioid antagonists are drugs that work by binding to the opiate receptors to block the effects of opioids. Unlike agonists, they do not provide people with euphoric effects, and they also do not alleviate pain. However, their binding capacity blocks the receptor sites where external opioids would typically go. Once […]
How to Choose the Best Opium Rehab Treatment Center
Opium rehab may be a necessary step for patients trying to recover from their addiction. Not all opium rehab facilities offer comprehensive treatment for this complex condition so it’s important to research options. Opium is a powerful opiate (narcotic) drug that comes from the opium poppy plant. It is also synthesized to make opiate prescription […]
Opium Side Effects
Physical and psychological side effects can present themselves when a patient takes any medication. Opium is a narcotic drug that can be used therapeutically for pain relief or recreationally for its euphoric effects. Opium is also used as a basis for prescription opiate painkillers including OxyContin, Demerol, Dilaudid, Norco and Vicodin. It’s possible that a […]
