We can help you find local opiate addiction treatment, call 877-743-0081 for a free referral.
Who Answers?
yawn
Related Articles
-
Effects of Opium Abuse -
Opium abuse has many negative effects on the body, mind, and life of the abuser. Although opium was used as a medicinal drug for a very long time, its negative side effects make its use as in the medical field much less widespread. As for opium abusers, there are many effects of opium that can ...
-
Will Opium Addicts Relapse After Treatment? -
According to Harvard Medical School, “Addiction is a chronic disease with no lasting inexpensive cure. Recovery, when it occurs, is precarious, and relapse is a constant danger.” This does not necessarily mean that an individual will definitely relapse after opium addiction treatment, but they will likely experience issues that will trigger them to relapse or ...
-
Opioid Medication List -
Opioids, or narcotics, are a type of drug that cause pain relief, drowsiness, and in high doses, euphoria. According to the DEA, “Narcotics/opioids come in various forms, including: tablets, capsules, skin patches… liquid form for oral use and injection, suppositories, and lollipops.” Below is a list of the most commonly used opioid medications. Opioid Medications ...
-
Does Methadone Block Opiates? -
Opiate addiction rates have reached epidemic proportions within the past decade and continue to rise with each passing year. News reports of famous celebrities entering rehab, returning to rehab and even meeting tragic ends speak to the devastating effects opiates can have on a person’s life. Opiate addictions also carry an incredibly high potential for ...
-
The Dangers of Buprenorphine Abuse -
When used correctly, buprenorphine can counter the withdrawal symptoms of opioid addiction, but it can cause many side effects, short- and long-term, if abused. Oftentimes people begin to abuse this drug for its euphoric effects as a substitute for their opioid addiction with the untrue belief that it is not as harmful as their previous ...