Drug Addiction

By Jaime R. Herndon, MS, MPHJaime Herndon is a freelance health/medical writer with over a decade of experience writing for the public. There are several considerations to remember when understanding a drug test’s results. Ask the institution that requested the drug test about when you can expect results. In some cases, the administrator may ask […]

This is particularly relevant for people with opioid use disorders and leaving prison, as they have very high rates of opioid overdose during the first four weeks after release. Death following opioid overdose is preventable if the person receives basic life support and the timely administration of the drug naloxone. Naloxone is an antidote to […]

They’re problematic because there is no good treatment to reverse a barbiturate overdose. A class of drugs known as benzodiazepines has largely replaced barbiturates for both medical and recreational use, although benzodiazepines also carry a high risk of physical dependence and other adverse effects. Those who died of a combination of barbiturates and other drugs […]

Cocaine nose bleeds are a common side effect of constant cocaine use. When the drug enters the body intranasally, the substance comes into contact and irritates the inner part of the nose, where there’s a thin layer of skin and a heavy blood supply. Cocaine also enters the bloodstream through the mucous membrane, which also becomes […]

If you can handle magic mushrooms’ unique taste and texture, consuming them is as easy as eating them whole — no need to roll them up into a joint, make tea, or cook them into a gourmet dish. The active compounds in magic mushrooms (psilocybin and psilocin) are not heat-stable. High temperatures destroy virtually all […]

Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using this medicine several days before you have medical tests. Omeprazole may cause a serious type of allergic reaction when used in patients with conditions treated with antibiotics. Call your doctor right away if […]

To this end, tolerance occurs when larger doses than the original dose are required to produce the same effects. This can increase the risk of overdose, signs of which include shallow breathing, rapid and weak pulse, dilated pupils, clammy skin, coma, and even death as a result of the severe depression of both the CNS […]

This helpline is answered by Ark Behavioral Health, an addiction treatment provider with treatment facilities in Massachusetts and Ohio. Usually, flakka is white or pink in color and comes in the form of crystals. Coronary artery syndrome is caused by plaque build-up in the walls of the coronary arteries which may partially or completely block […]

Throughout this blog, we will explore different drugs and substances known to cause foaming at the mouth. Additionally, we will address response, treatment, and prevention strategies to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals experiencing foaming at the mouth. It is crucial to understand that exposure to toxic substances can pose significant health risks beyond […]

Crystal meth can dramatically impact the user’s looks and give them certain distinctive characteristics. Roughly 37% of people who use or used meth report a significant impact on their appearance. Powdered meth is often cut, or combined, with other substances. This can either dilute the amount of meth to increase the profit to the dealer or combine […]