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Fentanyl Can Kill, But Not By Touch Alone
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid, up to 50 times stronger than heroin, 100 times stronger than morphine. It can be a useful anesthetic and painkiller for certain patients who are undergoing major surgery, are opioid-tolerant, or have excruciating pain from terminal...
Things You Need To Know About An 8 Ball Of Coke
An 8 ball of coke is 3.5 grams of cocaine, which is one-eighth of an ounce or 25.34 grams. Drug dealers and people who buy coke also use the term 8 ball to refer to 3.5 grams of meth. Coke is one of the most dangerous drugs in the United States. Thousands of...
Comparing LSA (Morning Glory Seeds) to LSD
Flowers are a common sight in many gardens and yards. Native to tropical areas in South America and Asia, these lush flowers bloom in warm weather and attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Their seeds, however, produce effects that are anything but beautiful....
Opioid Withdrawal: Timelines, Symptoms, and the Treatments
Opioid drugs, including the prescription pain medications and heroin, can cause withdrawal symptoms only hours after taking the last dose. The symptoms of withdrawal may last 1 week or more. It is important to know that without getting luxury drug and alcohol...
Everything You Need to Know About Xanax Overdose
Xanax is classified as a benzodiazepine. It is an anti anxiety medicine. Xanax is commonly prescribed for treating anxiety disorders and seizures. This drug is considered fairly safe if used under the supervision of a medical professional. However, people can overdose...
Everything You Need To Know Regarding Methadone Clinics
Methadone clinics are useful, functional medical establishments equipped with a team of staff members who work with patients while they are heading down the road to recovery. For a lot of individuals, these clinics are the best way to get through the early stages of...
Cymbalta (Duloxetine) Detox, Effects & Withdrawal Symptoms
Depending on how people use them, drugs can help people or hurt them. The antidepressant Cymbalta is one such drug. It is a SNRI drug. SNRI stands for serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors. This means that SNRI drugs stop the brain from reabsorbing...
What Are My Options for Drug and Alcohol Treatment? Things You Need To Know
Taking the first step to recovery is a brave act that some people may consider, especially if they have the resources. However, it may be difficult to do this if you feel that you don't have the money or support you need for recovery. What are some options for drug...
Rehab and Harm Reduction Reduced OD Deaths in France
In 2018 alone, the US spent almost $3 billion total on the drug crisis, including grants to states and the federal government’s “main drug treatment, recovery and prevention program” but the opioid public health emergency continues to worsen. In fact, we are an...
Learn About Xanax Withdrawal Symptoms And Effects
Quitting drugs is a good idea, but people have to end their drug use in the right way. Withdrawing from Xanax is no exception. Xanax withdrawal symptoms can start just hours after a person stops using it. The symptoms generally peak around one to four days. When a...