Is Valium Addictive?
Valium, a prescription medication known generically as diazepam, is a benzodiazepine commonly prescribed to treat anxiety disorders, muscle spasms, alcohol withdrawal symptoms, and seizures. While Valium can be an effective treatment option when used as directed by a healthcare professional, it also carries a significant risk of addiction and abuse. What is Valium and How […]
Prescription Drug Addiction Treatment
Prescription drug abuse is an increasingly concerning issue that affects not only the individuals struggling with addiction but also their loved ones. While prescription medications are prescribed for legitimate health concerns, their potential for dependence and abuse can lead to serious challenges. Understanding the journey to recovery and the steps involved in overcoming prescription drug […]
Can Xanax Make Anxiety Worse?
Discover the unexpected effects of Xanax as we explore the question, “Can Xanax make anxiety worse?” Unravel the concept of paradoxical reactions to this medication and understand the potential causes behind increased anxiety.
Serotonin Syndrome: 101
Serotonin is an important chemical naturally produced in the body that aids nerve cells, digestion, breathing, brain function, and much more. Serotonin syndrome occurs when, by ingesting too many or the wrong combination of drugs, serotonin levels are too high for the body to handle. Mild occurrences of serotonin syndrome can dissipate on their own […]
The Uses and Dangers of Prescription Opioids
Pain takes many forms including minor aches, temporary bouts of sharp pain, or chronic pain. For those pains beyond the norm, doctors may prescribe medication that is stronger than typical over-the-counter pain relievers. Opioids are a class of prescription painkillers that help blunt severe pain and can be very helpful for those recovering from physical […]
How Common Is Addiction?
We hear heartbreaking stories of addiction, overdose and relapse virtually every day. In most cases, these stories relate to celebrities or otherwise well-known people that have succumbed to the disease. Alternately, we hear of truly shocking behaviors that happened under the influence. Sadly, the day-to-day stories about addiction are too many to cover and have, […]
Addiction Comes in Threes
Three wise men. Three stooges. Three ring circus. Many things come in threes and in the world of addiction, we see this time and time again. For example, it is not uncommon for a heroin addict to also have a food, gambling or sex addiction. Someone who is addicted to painkillers is likely to have […]
The Reality of Codeine Addiction
After Australian rapper 360 admitted to a codeine addiction through a song in which he apologized to fans for canceling 13 dates on a tour, a number of organizations in that country called for pulling codeine products from drugstore shelves and making them available by prescription only. Codeine is an opiate pain reliever that’s prescribed […]
Meldonium Doping: Is It Really Harmful?
Recent news reports involving meldonium use have reignited the discussion about doping among professional athletes. Athletic competitors who are caught using prohibited performance-enhancing drugs face fines, suspension from competition and possible permanent banning from their chosen sports. The vast majority of sports organizations consider such drug use unethical and contrary to the spirit of sportsmanship. […]
Signs of Benzodiazepine Addiction
Twice as many women as men are prescribed benzodiazepines, according to a drug market research firm cited by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Benzodiazepines, which include drugs like Xanax, Librium, and Valium, are prescription drugs that are used to treat anxiety disorders, insomnia, convulsions, and muscle pain. Benzodiazepines are listed as Schedule IV drugs under the […]