Detox

Liberty cap mushrooms are not poisonous, and they are edible. However, there are some reports of hospitalization after ingesting liberty caps. As potent psychedelic mushrooms, liberty cap mushrooms have the same psychoactive compounds as other magic mushrooms containing psilocybin and psilocin. Psilocybe semilanceata, commonly known as the liberty cap, is a species of fungus which […]

In most communities, any person can get and carry naloxone on them, not just medical professionals. It’s important to receive training on how and when to use naloxone. The best methods remove opportunities for accidental overdose or triggers for intentional overdose in the first place. A confidential and anonymous resource for persons seeking treatment for […]

This information helps determine the appropriate detox approach and any necessary medical interventions. These are a few reasons other why someone might consider urging a loved one to enter a rehab center. Before talking to a loved one about entering treatment, educate yourself about addiction, the available treatment options, and the rehab facilities in your […]

The effects of this drug can last even after you wake up the next day. If you did not get 7 to 8 hours of sleep or took other medications that made you sleepy or are more sensitive to this drug, you may feel alert but not think clearly enough to drive. You may also […]

In rare cases, Lyrica can cause suicidal thoughts and behaviors. To learn more about Lyrica’s effects on your mood, see the “Side effects explained” section above. While taking Lyrica, your doctor will monitor you for new or worsening depression, anxiety, or suicidal thoughts or behaviors. These side effects can vary depending on what condition the […]

Opioid withdrawal can be dangerous, and symptoms can be severe. When it’s time for you to stop taking opioids, ask for your healthcare professional’s help. Together you can create a plan to stop opioids slowly, called a taper. Tapering means slowly lowering over time the amount of opioid medicine you take until you stop completely. […]

There’s the teenager who realizes he can skim some Xanax from a parent without being noticed. There’s the busy professional borrowing a friend’s Klonopin (clonazepam) to alleviate work stress and anxiety. There are people who move from using these drugs as directed to abusing them as they build a tolerance and as a result, continue […]

These dangerous lookalikes contain harmful compounds that can cause severe kidney and liver damage and may be fatal if ingested. There are dozens of species of psychedelic mushrooms that grow in fields and forests around the world. Galerina species, or at least some of them, can be mistaken for liberty caps, including the Galerina graminea […]

It’s important to note that the body can only metabolize a certain amount of alcohol per hour. Consuming alcohol faster than the liver can metabolize it leads to increased blood alcohol concentration (BAC), which can result in intoxication and impairment. Alcohol’s impact on your body begins with the first sip, however long-term use of alcohol […]

Have a plan in place as soon as your loved one is willing to get help. Include a few options, depending on the level of care that they need. Ask your doctor or an addiction specialist if you’re not sure where to start. Once every member of the intervention team has had a chance to […]