Detox

Alcohol withdrawal symptoms range from mild but annoying to severe and life-threatening. When someone drinks alcohol for a prolonged period of time and then stops, the body reacts to its absence. This is alcohol withdrawal, and it causes uncomfortable physical and emotional symptoms. Moderate to heavy drinkers can also benefit from medical supervision in the […]

A person trying to sell cannabis may want to make it smell stronger or weigh heavier. However, Narcan is a drug to treat opioid overdose and can save a person’s life. Carrying it is beneficial for anyone who has concerns about overdose. The high opioid overdose rate means it is possible for anyone to encounter […]

However, studies published in recent years provide a picture of current relapse rates. When physical relapse happens, people in recovery from liver damage risk a recurrence of alcohol-related liver disease. And if they have cirrhosis, relapse can even lead to death. A life of indulgence, led by those in the early stages of substance abuse […]

Klonopin withdrawal symptoms can be extremely dangerous, especially if a person is detoxing on their own or without medical support and supervision. However, medical detox programs and other professional recovery services can help mitigate these uncomfortable symptoms. Klonopin is often prescribed to treat insomnia, seizures and epilepsy. When a person goes through Klonopin withdrawal, they […]

Though therapy generally can’t address withdrawal symptoms specifically, it can help improve some symptoms, like anxiety and insomnia. A therapist or other mental health professional can offer support with navigating these effects and helping improve your overall quality of life during the withdrawal period. In addition to the immediate health risk, benzodiazepine withdrawal can seriously […]

Be sure to speak with your doctor regarding a tapering regimen that works for your specific medical situation. It is important to be aware of the potential withdrawal reactions and perhaps taper more slowly if they are particularly difficult. We publish material that is researched, cited, edited and reviewed by licensed medical professionals. The information […]

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. You may have life-threatening withdrawal symptoms if you stop using the medicine suddenly after long-term use. Some withdrawal symptoms may last up to 12 months or longer. If you take more Xanax than your doctor prescribes, […]

Keep the film under your tongue until it has completely dissolved. One of Suboxone’s active ingredients, buprenorphine, can be used alone to treat severe pain that hasn’t been controlled with other pain medications. However, it has caused death when given as a pain medication to people who aren’t tolerant to opioids. On the second day, […]

If you’re concerned you might have more side effects with an increased dose of Wellbutrin, talk with your doctor. And never adjust your dosage without your doctor’s recommendation. If Wellbutrin side effects do occur, they will usually go away within a week or two of starting the medication, as your body begins to adjust. The […]

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