Bupropion (Wellbutrin) Addiction: Side Effects, Detox, Withdrawal, and Treatment What is Wellbutrin (Bupropion)? Bupropion, sold under the brand name Wellbutrin, is an antidepressant and an FDA-approved treatment for depression, seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and nicotine addiction. It is sometimes also used to treat obesity, ADHD, sexual problems, and bipolar disorder. Wellbutrin works by re-balancing chemicals […]
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Zoloft
Zoloft Addiction: Side Effects, Detox, Withdrawal, and Treatment What is Zoloft? Zoloft is an antidepressant and a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It is the brand name of the drug sertraline and is only available with a prescription. Used to treat depression, OCD, PTSD, premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), social anxiety disorder, and panic disorder, Zoloft […]
Barbiturates
Barbiturate Addiction: Side Effects, Detox, Withdrawal, and Treatment What are Barbiturates (Barbs)? Barbiturates (frequently referred to as “barbs”) are a class of drugs that are central nervous system depressants. They work by increasing the activity of the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid, or GABA, in the brain to produce feelings of calmness, relaxation, and euphoria.1 Barbiturates used […]
Air Duster
Air Duster Abuse and Addiction: Side Effects, Detox, Withdrawal, and Treatment What is Air Duster? Air duster is canned air that is used to clean computers and other devices or objects that cannot be cleaned with other methods. Huffing air duster or compressed air is one way people get high. Although it sounds relatively harmless […]
Doral
Doral Addiction: Side Effects, Detox, Withdrawal, and Treatment What is Doral? Doral is a prescription drug and the brand name for the generic drug quazepam. It is a benzodiazepine that is used to treat sleep problems in people who have difficulties falling asleep, continually wake very early in the morning, or have trouble staying asleep […]
Modafinil
Modafinil (Provigil) Addiction:Side Effects, Detox, Withdrawal, and Treatment What is Modafinil (Provigil)? Modafinil is a prescription central nervous system stimulant that helps people stay awake, enhance concentration, and combat fatigue. It is commonly used to treat narcolepsy and shift work sleep disorder but doctors may also prescribe it off-label for many reasons, such as to […]
Serax
Serax Addiction: Side Effects, Detox, Withdrawal, and Treatment What Is Serax (Oxazepam)? Serax (oxazepam) is a prescription benzodiazepine that is used to treat anxiety disorders, insomnia, or alcohol withdrawal symptoms. Serax may also be used off-label to treat other conditions such as social phobia, PTSD, or premenstrual syndrome. Serax provides relief for various medical and […]
Phenobarbital
Phenobarbital (Luminal) Addiction: Side Effects, Detox, Withdrawal, and Treatment What is Phenobarbital (Luminal)? Phenobarbital is a barbiturate that is used as a sedative-hypnotic. It is frequently prescribed by doctors to treat seizures and to provide relief from drug withdrawal symptoms. It’s sold under the brand name Luminal. Phenobarbital works by slowing activity in the brain […]
Viibryd
Viibryd (Vilazodone Hydrochloride) Addiction: Side Effects, Detox, Withdrawal, and Treatment What is Viibryd (Vilazodone Hydrochloride)? Viibryd (vilazodone hydrochloride) is a type of antidepressant known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It is used to treat major depressive disorder in adults. Viibryd works by restoring the body’s natural amounts of neurotransmitters (mainly serotonin) to improve […]
Pristiq
Pristiq (Desvenlafaxine) Addiction: Side Effects, Detox, Withdrawal, and Treatment What is Pristiq (Desvenlafaxine)? Desvenlafaxine is the generic name for the drug Pristiq. It is a type of antidepressant known as a selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). It works by increasing the absorption of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain, which improves the user’s […]