Drug Addiction

Throughout much of this process, service members may not be assigned a free military defense counsel, or Judge Advocate, until it is too late. Deciding whether to conduct drug testing for candidates and employees? A failed drug test may be noted in the records of the employer that requested it, but they typically keep this […]

AA groups meet in many different municipalities, and the largest cities also have English-speaking groups. The Päihdelinkki online service maintained by the A-Clinic Foundation contains information on intoxicant abuse and addictions. Some of the AddictionLink services are also available in Swedish, English and Russian. Seek treatment at an A-Clinic through the intoxicant abuse services (päihdepalvelut) […]

If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, seek professional help and support. Pacific Crest Trail offers comprehensive addiction treatment programs in Oregon, providing the guidance and care needed for recovery. These treatment options aim to address the underlying causes of drug abuse, provide support during the recovery process, and improve the chances […]

They may then use more and more of the drug in an attempt to get the original intensity of pain relief and euphoria. Chronic use or misuse of opioids can lead to psychological and physical dependence. Opiates are derived from the naturally occurring poppy plant (Papaver somniferum) that creates the active ingredient in the drugs. […]

A few times Sullivan ran to get help when friends were overdosing, she says. Fentanyl and meth are vastly more efficient to produce compared to heroin, cocaine and cannabis. The going rate is two pills for $15, or three for $20, per Michaela, although her guy on Capitol Hill gives her a deal. ‘Blues’ are […]

Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of bupropion in the pediatric population. However, children are more sensitive to the effects of this medicine than adults when used for treating depression. Use of bupropion to treat depression in children is not recommended. Safety and efficacy of bupropion to […]

To help avoid interactions, your doctor should manage all of your medications carefully. Be sure to tell your doctor about all medications, vitamins, or herbs you’re taking. To find out how this drug might interact with something else you’re taking, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Warfarin belongs to a class of drugs called anticoagulants. […]

Cases of QT prolongation and Torsade de Pointes have been reported during post-marketing use of hydroxyzine. The majority of reports occurred in patients with other risk factors for QT prolongation/TdP (pre-existing heart disease, electrolyte imbalances or concomitant arrhythmogenic drug use). Hydroxyzine comes as capsules, tablets, a syrup, and suspension to take by mouth. Follow the […]

There are different detox kits available that are highly time specific. The choice of a detox program depends upon the type of drug you are using. The half-time shows the time it would take to remove the active substances from the body by half. A positive result on a confirmatory test indicates that the drug […]

Studies show that the earlier an individual starts smoking, drinking or using other drugs, the greater the likelihood of developing addiction. 9 out of 10 people who abuse or are addicted to nicotine, alcohol or other drugs began using these substances before they were 18. People who began using addictive substances before age 15 are […]