Opioid 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…
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Opioid Use and Pruritus We’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…
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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…
DetailsOpioid 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…
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