Opiate addiction can catch you off guard when you are simply trying to manage pain or discomfort with doctor-prescribed medication. It can quickly go from responsible use to developing a tolerance or experiencing withdrawal symptoms when running out of medicine. If you start to notice symptoms of codeine abuse, it is time to get help…
Addiction to opioids such as fentanyl can happen to any of us. These prescription pain medications carry a high risk for addiction. However, they are also required to help you manage severe or chronic pain that can interfere with your quality of life. There is a delicate balance that one must maintain to avoid addiction.…
Morphine is a potent and naturally occurring opiate drug. This drug is highly effective at helping to stop pain signals from reaching the brain. It carries many of the same properties and outcomes as using heroin. It is also highly addictive. As a result, it is not uncommon for a person who has a morphine…
Xanax is a prescription medication used to treat conditions such as panic disorders, anxiety, insomnia, and seizures. Used properly, it is safe. However, it is a highly addictive substance and, if misused, it can also lead to life-threatening complications, including Xanax overdose. If you believe your loved one is overdosing, call 911 immediately. If your…
Benzodiazepines (benzos) are a type of prescription drug used to treat a range of anxiety and panic disorders. While these drugs can be safe to use in those conditions, they are still very addictive, especially when people abuse them. They can cause numerous side effects that your doctor should know about if you are experiencing…
Painkillers such as opioids are dangerous in the long term for most people. These drugs can cause addiction and dependence. They can also cause physical changes and health complications when taken over a long time. Because of these complications, it’s often best for a person not to use these drugs for extended periods. If you’re…
In recent years, prescription medications have become the leading cause of overdose deaths in the United States. Many people don’t realize how bad the prescription drug problem currently is because the heroin epidemic is also huge. When people think about drug abuse, they think of drugs like heroin, cocaine, and meth. The reality is that…
Opioids like fentanyl can cause severe damage due to the way they impact the brain. Since this drug is a legally prescribed medication, some people may abuse it through legal use. However, many illegally use it, too. Fentanyl abuse will produce many changes in appearance, behavior, and mood. When you can identify these symptoms of…
Doctor shopping refers to when you visit multiple doctors and provide false information to obtain several prescriptions. You may lie about your symptoms, deny receiving a prescription from another doctor, or commit other forms of deception to get prescription medication. Doctor shopping often happens to people with opioid addiction. The problem with opioid addiction is…
Early detection of Vicodin addiction makes it possible for a person to seek immediate treatment, preventing their substance use disorder from worsening. The first step to early detection is to know what to look for when you suspect someone is battling an addiction to Vicodin. To help with that, we’ve listed some of the common…