BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Sept. 20 /PRNewswire/ — Waismann Method of Opiate Detoxification today announced its support of the first-ever National Take-Back Initiative, organized by the U.S. Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Administration in an effort to encourage the public to surrender expired, unwanted or unused pharmaceutical controlled medications for safe disposal. On the heels of recent reports that prescription…
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According to a report from the British Medical Journal, the number of deaths in the United States from prescription painkillers such as Vicodin, OxyContin and Suboxone, has now surpassed that of multiple myeloma, alcohol liver disease and HIV. Dr. Michael Lowenstein, who specializes in the Waismann Method, an advanced procedure for rapid opiate detoxification, warns this increase…
DetailsDrug Addiction Myths There are several false impressions regarding drug addiction and abuse. The most widespread misunderstanding is the difference between physical dependence and a chemical addiction. Often times pain patients are stigmatized as addicts or drug seekers because of their use of opioids. In reality, their need for pain relievers is necessary for their day-to-day…
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Beverly Hills, Calif. (August 29, 2011) – Opiate treatment has seen many advancements over recent years, however, it’s important for long-term recovery that patients receive comprehensive pre and post-treatment care. Prolonged use of opiates like oxycodone, methadone, and Vicodin, cause both physical and emotional changes in the body that must be carefully addressed during and…
DetailsOpioid drugs produce a pain-numbing effect throughout the body by binding to special protein sites called opioid receptors. These binding sites are located throughout the brain, spinal cord, and gastrointestinal tract, and control various bodily functions including movement, appetite, digestion, and sensations of pain. When opioid medications like oxycodone, Vicodin, or Percocet enter the blood…
DetailsThe prescription pain medication Oxycontin is becoming on of the most abused and misused drugs in Hollywood. When used correctly, it’s considered a safe pain management drug. But when used inappropriately, Oxycontin, known on the street as OC, O and hillbilly heroin, becomes incredibly dangerous. Police officials said Michael Jackson was “heavily addicted” to Oxycontin before he died. Adam “DJ…
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Pain killer or alternative heroin for needy stars looking to get high — Get the 411 about celebs who die without a fix. The much maligned prescription pain killer is on the rise in Hollywood and around the world. When used correctly, it can be effective pain management but on the street Oxy aka OC…
DetailsWe’ve often discussed the multitude of negative side effects resulting from opiate use. While side effects can range from nausea, drowsiness, and more severe complications like gastrointestinal damage and central nervous system depression, another common side effect – especially among heroin users – is pruritus, or itching. Although it is not life-threatening, pruritus can have…
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According to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and reported by Bloomberg, the death rate of overdoses from prescription drugs in Florida have more than doubled in the past ten years. Dr. Michael Lowenstein, who specializes in the Waismann Method, an advanced procedure for rapid opiate detoxification, indicates that according to surveys…
DetailsOne of the most difficult steps to overcoming opiate addiction is making the commitment to a treatment program. However it is critical not to overlook the importance of aftercare options once treatment has completed. Statistics show that one year following conventional detoxification methods the vast majority of patients have relapsed. This can be devastating as…
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