Opioid painkillers cause many adverse side effects, including itching, dry mouth, constipation, sweating, sedation and more. But two of the most common side effects are nausea and drowsiness, which can make it very challenging for users to function normally and carry out everyday activities. Because opioids attach to receptor sites in the brain and digestive…
DetailsOverdoses on the rise: The May issue of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine released a report yesterday that is gaining momentum and capturing the attention of national media outlets such as Reuters Health and US News & World Report among others due to its alarming conclusions. One of the most startling findings was that,…
DetailsAt the Waismann Method, we recognize it has been a difficult year for many people, including lots of stress and uncertainties. We are so thankful to have helped many individuals survive these challenging times, and believe the true blessing is in the success we’ve seen on the fight, education and treatment of opiate dependency. To…
DetailsAlmost daily, the media reports new statistics regarding prescription painkiller abuse in America. Many times this involves teens and young adults who falsely believe that these pills are “safe” because they are found in a medicine cabinet or prescribed by a medical professional. These alarming new statistics have led to nationwide meetings among many organizations…
DetailsOpioids work by attaching to specific receptors in the brain, spinal cord and gastrointestinal tract, so it may not come as a surprise that they can cause a decline in fundamental central nervous system responses. The central nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord, and is sometimes referred to as the “control center”…
DetailsThe need for Vicoprofen detox becomes inevitable once a physical dependence has set in. It can be difficult to make the decision to seek detox for an opiate addiction, but for many people, it’s the best decision they ever make. Vicoprofen is a prescription narcotic pain medication intended for short-term relief. It contains hydrocodone, a…
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Dr. Michael Lowenstein, co-medical director of The Waismann Method, an advanced procedure for rapid opiate detoxification under deep sedation, is expressing grave concern over the implications of a new report that outlines the alarming rise in the number of individuals seeking treatment for opioid dependence, for example, OxyContin addiction. The new national analysis from the U.S. Substance…
DetailsYale’s Dr. William Becker and a team of researchers recently examined data collected from 2006 to 2008, and found surprising numbers regarding where addicts obtain their drugs. Only 1 in 5 people who misuse opioid painkillers get the drugs from their doctors. In fact, 69 percent of addicts never obtain any of these drugs from…
DetailsInstances of prescription painkiller abuse and diversion have skyrocketed in Wyoming and other parts of the country in recent years. Authorities say a number of factors contribute to the problem, namely the increase in the number of prescriptions being written. The state is part of a prescription drug-monitoring program, a database that allows authorities in…
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Opiate Abuse and Treatment in Wisconsin Opioid abuse and addiction are a growing threat throughout the nation, and many states are in crisis. Wisconsin currently has more deaths related to opioid overdose than motor vehicle accidents. The FDA (Federal Drug Enforcement Administration) said Wisconsin has a problem with diverted pharmaceuticals including opioids such as Fentanyl,…
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