Cocaine is one of the most famously abused drugs in the US, with the 80s being widely regarded as the peak cocaine decade. It has seen a long and storied history of use and subsequent abuse since its discovery. Even though it may not currently get the press and news coverage of other drug scourges…
It seems like every day there is another story on the news about this country’s opioid crisis and the devastating effects it is having on the individuals who get caught in it as well as their families and friends. Fueled to epidemic status by widespread prescription abuse, opioids remain one of the most abused substances…
Solpadol is the brand name of an analgesic drug that contains paracetamol in conjunction with codeine. The combination of these two commonly prescribed painkillers into one substance results in a very effective painkiller. The highly effective pairing is why Solpadol is sometimes found to be used inappropriately or by those with substance problems. Paracetamol by…
Opioids are one of the most insidious drug epidemics to ever run rampant in our country. Until recently, however, they haven’t been considered much of a “party drug”. An addictive and party-friendly form of opiates called “Lean” is made with soda, hard candy, and codeine cough syrup. What is Lean Drug? Lean is an illegal…
Percocet is a powerful opioid containing both acetaminophen and oxycodone that is traditionally used to treat those suffering from moderate to severe pain. Although acetaminophen is found in over-the-counter medications and typically thought of as a low-grade pain reliever, when combined with oxycodone, it heightens the effects of the narcotic. Percocet is a drug that…
Methamphetamine, or “meth”, was originally discovered in 1893 and in the decades since has become a very valuable medication that is used to treat a wide variety of disorders and conditions. These can range from the more recent ADHD symptoms in individuals of all ages, to the treatment of obesity, and even an alertness aid…
A Warning…and a Sign of Hope Many of us who work in the recovery industry have first-hand experience with addiction and I am no different. In a number of my blogs, I’ve alluded to some of the things I went through as an active alcoholic. I generally try to keep the focus of these posts…
The symptoms that accompany oxycodone abuse are extreme. In fact, thousands of people die each year from abusing prescription pain pills, including this substance. With that said, people need to know about some shocking oxycodone addiction symptoms. Spotting these symptoms in loved ones is a sign that they need professional help. What Is Oxycodone? Oxycodone…
You might think that a drug is no longer in your system once its effects wear off. However, this is often not the case. Many drugs take days to metabolize fully. So how long do drugs stay in your system? The answer can vary depending on the substance, the amount consumed, and the frequency of…
Drug withdrawal symptoms are a normal part of drug treatment. Depending on the drug used, the symptoms can vary. While heroin and painkillers cause flu-like symptoms for about two days, benzodiazepines can cause symptoms for weeks. An addiction to cocaine or alcohol can take a week or more to treat. How Drug Withdrawal Symptoms Work…