Intermezzo (Zolpidem) Addiction: Side Effects, Detox, Withdrawal, and Treatment What is Intermezzo (Zolpidem)? Intermezzo is a brand name for the generic drug zolpidem. It is a prescription sleep aid drug that is classified as a sedative-hypnotic.1 It works by increasing the effects of the brain neurotransmitter GABA and producing feelings of relaxation and drowsiness. Unlike […]
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NBOMe
NBOMe Addiction: Side Effects, Detox, Withdrawal, and Treatment What is NBOMe? NBOMe is a synthetic hallucinogen that is classified as a New Psychoactive Substance (NPS). It is an extremely powerful drug that is designed to mimic the effects of drugs like LSD, mescaline, and methamphetamine. It was first synthesized in the early 2000s and became […]
Ultimate Guide to America’s College Recovery Programs
Students in recovery face significant challenges in a college campus environment, but they shouldn’t have to choose between their recovery and a college education. Collegiate Recovery Programs (CRPs) across the country provide support and resources to help students in recovery balance their sobriety and education while still having an authentic college experience.
Over the Counter Drugs
Over the Counter Drug Addiction: Side Effects, Detox, Withdrawal, and Treatment What are Over the Counter (OTC) Drugs? Over the counter (OTC) drugs are medications you can buy at the store without a prescription. According to the Consumer Healthcare Products Association, more than 750,000 retail outlets in the U.S. sell OTC drugs and 8 in […]
Can I Use My HSA For Drug Rehab?
Updated on October 7th, 2020 In 2017, an estimated 20.7 million people needed treatment for a substance use disorder but only 4 million people received treatment (about 19% of those who needed it).1 One of the most common reasons people don’t receive treatment is a lack of financial ability. Fortunately, several different options can relieve […]
Phenibut
Phenibut Addiction: Side Effects, Detox, Withdrawal, and Treatment What is Phenibut? Phenibut is a synthetic Russian anti-anxiety drug that was developed in the 1960s. It is used to treat symptoms of anxiety and insomnia in Russia but is not approved for medical use in the United States. In America, it is available as a supplement […]
10 Key Questions to Ask a Potential Drug Rehab Center
Asking questions is an essential part of finding the right drug rehab program for yourself or a loved one. If you’ve never had to search for an addiction treatment provider, this obstacle can seem scary and overwhelming. How do you know who you can trust? How can you feel confident that you are making an […]
Vicodin
Vicodin Addiction: Side Effects, Detox, Withdrawal, and Treatment What is Vicodin? Vicodin is the most popular prescription painkiller in the U.S. It is a brand name of a combination medication that contains acetaminophen and the opioid drug hydrocodone. It is a Schedule II drug with a high potential for abuse and addiction. Vicodin is usually […]
Percocet
Percocet Addiction: Side Effects, Detox, Withdrawal, and Treatment What is Percocet? Percocet is a combination medicine that contains oxycodone (an opioid painkiller) and acetaminophen (a pain reliever and fever reducer). It is only legally available with a prescription and is intended for short-term use, typically post-surgery or following an injury. Although Percocet is a commonly […]
Vyvanse
Vyvanse (Lisdexamfetamine): Side Effects, Detox, Withdrawal, and Treatment What is Vyvanse? Vyvanse is the brand name for lisdexamfetamine, which is a prescription drug and a central nervous system stimulant. It is used to treat ADHD but has also been approved by the FDA to treat binge eating disorder. It is classified as a Schedule II […]