How to Stop DPH Abuse
The Epidemic of Diphenhydramine Misuse In recent years, a dangerous trend has emerged among young people: the intentional abuse of diphenhydramine (DPH), an over-the-counter antihistamine medication commonly known by the brand name Benadryl. Fueled by social media challenges and online forums, teens and young adults are consuming large doses of DPH to achieve a hallucinogenic […]
What is Pink Cocaine?
A Dangerous Designer Drug Hits the Streets In recent years, a hazardous new illicit drug concoction has been making rounds in party circuits and on the streets of Latin America, Europe, and now the United States. Dubbed “tusi,” “tuci,” or “pink cocaine,” this innocuous-looking pink powder is anything but harmless fun. Behind the playful nicknames […]
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 […]
Is Xanax Addictive? Drug Rehab in Florida Answers.
Drug rehab in Florida explains that the prescription drug, Xanax, is indeed an addictive substance despite being widely prescribed in the medical community. Xanax is a legal substance when taken under a physician’s instructions, and according to the directions of the prescription. While the drug has great medical/mental health use when taken properly by a person who is in need of it, it can be a dangerous substance. Not taking prescription medication as directed greatly increases the chance of developing a dependency, as we see every day at our center for drug rehab in Florida.
Florida Congressman Trey Radel Resigns After Drug Rehab
Florida Congressman Trey Radel resigned from U.S. Congress on January 27th after a public battle with the disease of addiction. In November 2013, Radel pleaded guilty to cocaine possession after purchasing cocaine from an undercover law enforcement officer and was sentenced to one year probation. Radel sought drug rehab treatment for his addiction and remained in his position representing Southwest Florida until his resignation.