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Long-Term Effects of Marijuana
Long-Term Effects of Marijuana – Marijuana is often perceived as a relatively benign drug, which may explain why tens of millions of Americans have tried it at least once. While marijuana’s effects may not be as serious as those associated with other drugs, the drug cannot be considered harmless.
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Marijuana Symptoms
Marijuana Symptoms: Abuse and Addiction – Marijuana is the most commonly abused substance in the U.S. behind alcohol. It is a greenish mixture of the dried flowers of Cannabis sativa.
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How Long Does Methadone Stay in Your System?
How Long Does Methadone Stay in Your System? – Methadone has a half-life of between 8-59 hours, which is the time it takes for half the dose to be cleared from the system. It takes about five half-lives for a drug to leave the body entirely. Therefore, methadone can potentially stay in a person’s system for…
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Dangers of Using Opioids and Potentiators
Dangers of Using Opioids and Potentiators – Opioids are drugs used for pain relief that include both prescription medications and illegal drugs. Examples of prescription opioids are oxycodone and hydrocodone, and examples of illegal opioids are heroin and illicit fentanyl. Potentiators are substances that are used to intensify the effects of opioids.
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Alcohol and Breastfeeding
Alcohol and Breastfeeding: Is it Safe? – Drinking alcohol while breastfeeding is never advised. There is no “safe” level of alcohol in breast milk for a baby to consume. Studies have shown that infants who consume alcoholic milk may feed and sleep less often and exhibit poor motor coordination.
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How to Tell if Someone Is High
How to Tell if Someone Is High or Abusing Drugs – Drug addiction is a destructive and potentially life-threatening condition that can dramatically affect the lives of those who suffer from it as well as their loved ones.
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Ativan Overdose
Ativan Overdose – Ativan (lorazepam) is a short-acting benzodiazepine (benzo) that functions in the central nervous system (CNS) by increasing the availability of the neurotransmitter GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) in the brain. GABA works to reduce or depress activity in the CNS and induces a tranquilizing effect on the mind and body.
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Is It Safe to Combine Celexa and Alcohol?
Is It Safe to Combine Celexa and Alcohol? – Celexa (citalopram) is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), a class of antidepressants that are among the most commonly prescribed for the treatment of depression. Combining Celexa and alcohol is never recommended, and can increase the severity of side effects associated with Celexa, reduce its effectiveness,…
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How Long Does Oxycodone Stay in Your System?
How to Stop Drinking for Good – For millions of Americans, alcohol abuse is one of the hardest habits to quit. Alcohol is not only legal and readily available, it is widely accepted as part of our culture.
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Pill Addiction
Pill Addiction – Pill addiction can occur as a person becomes dependent on prescription medication. This condition can happen unexpectedly, over time, due to regular use, or it can occur as a result of misuse. Taking too much of the medication too often or using the medication illegally without a prescription is considered abuse.
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Overcoming Addiction
Overcoming addiction may seem like an impossibility, but a countless number of people have been able to break the vicious circle of drug or alcohol abuse. It requires taking the first step, treatment, and long-term diligence, and those who are truly motivated can ultimately find happiness without the use of intoxicating substances.
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Risks of Using Steroids and Alcohol
Risks of Using Steroids and Alcohol – Steroids and alcohol can be a dangerous combination that can affect vital systems in the body, including the liver, kidneys, heart, immune system, gastrointestinal system, and can even result in mental health problems.
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Alcohol and Depression
Alcohol and Depression: A Vicious Cycle – The abuse of alcohol and depression are closely correlated. Many people who experience depression, especially those who have not been properly diagnosed and treated, turn to alcohol in an attempt to feel better or numb the pain. In fact, at least 30%-40% of alcoholics also suffer from a depressive…
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Muscle Relaxers and Alcohol
Muscle Relaxers and Alcohol – Muscle relaxers and alcohol can be a dangerous combination that can induce profound sedation, impaired cognition and motor function, dependence, and accidental death. A person who uses these two substances faces an increased risk of respiratory depression and overdose, fall and injuries, car accidents, and seizures.
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Risks of Using Suboxone and Alcohol
Risks of Using Suboxone and Alcohol – Suboxone is a medication most commonly used for the treatment of opioid use disorders, especially those that involve heroin. Warning labels on opiate drugs such as Suboxone strongly advise patients who use these drugs not to do so in conjunction with alcohol. Even so, many in recovery from…
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The Dangers of Using Norco and Alcohol
The Dangers of Using Norco and Alcohol – Both alcohol and prescription opioids such as Norco (hydrocodone) are frequently abused in the U.S. The risks of abusing either substance by themselves are significant, but when the substances are combined, these risks are increased even further.
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Mental Effects of Alcohol
Mental Effects of Alcohol – Alcoholism is a potentially life-threatening disease that can wreak havoc on a person’s life, mind, and body. While all effects of alcoholism can be devastating, one of the most tragic things to watch is how alcoholism impacts a person’s mental functioning.
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Most Common Types of Heroin
Most Common Types of Heroin – The most common types of heroin found in the U.S. are white powder, brown powder, and black tar. Heroin is an addictive semi-synthetic opiate street drug made from morphine. It comes in a variety of forms, colors, textures, and cuts. Drug trafficking cartels from several countries smuggle heroin into the…
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Effects of Alcohol on Blood Pressure
Effects of Alcohol on Blood Pressure – Although alcohol consumption is enjoyable for many, even moderate use can increase certain health risks. Having more than three drinks in a single event will temporarily cause a person’s blood pressure to rise, but prolonged binge drinking or regular alcohol use can cause a chronic increase in blood…
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Health Risks of Combining Ritalin and Alcohol
Health Risks of Combining Ritalin and Alcohol – Like most potentially intoxicating substances, Ritalin and alcohol both have risks associated with their use. When Ritalin is used as directed by a physician, the chances of severe side effects are slim—the same can be said for moderate drinking. When these substances are combined, however, the chances of…
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What Is a Functioning Alcoholic?
What Is a Functioning Alcoholic? – A functioning alcoholic is an individual who can still attend to necessary responsibilities and maintain a livelihood despite routine excessive abuse of alcohol. This concept may sound like it includes contradictory elements, but in truth, many alcoholics may be considered “functioning” in one way or another, depending on the circumstances.
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