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Suboxone Detox: When and Why it Becomes Necessary

Suboxone is an FDA-approved prescription medication used in the treatment of opioid dependence and addiction which contains a combination of the drugs buprenorphine and naloxone. Suboxone was created to address and lessen the symptoms of the withdrawal process that occur when those with physical dependence or addiction to opioid drugs, including heroin, morphine, fentanyl, and oxycodone, stop taking them abruptly.

May 31, 2022

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Codeine vs. Hydrocodone: What’s the Difference?

Codeine and hydrocodone are both prescription opioid painkillers which are commonly abused in the United States [1]. Many people mistakenly believe that the only dangerous opioids are

May 3, 2022

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Clonidine Withdrawal: Timeline, Symptoms, and Treatment

Clonidine is a medication used primarily in the treatment of hypertension but may also be used to treat other medical conditions such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, opioid, alcohol, and nicotine dependence, anxiety and panic disorders, and certain pain conditions. A dependency on Clonidine may develop through long-term use, or when it is misused in conjunction with other substances.

April 22, 2022

The severity and duration of symptoms of Effexor withdrawal will vary from person to person, with some experiencing only mild discomfort over a short period of time, while others may experience severe, long-lasting symptoms requiring the care of a medical professional.

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Effexor Withdrawal: Timeline, Symptoms, and Treatment

Effexor is among the most popular antidepressants prescribed today and is considered to be a physically non-addictive antidepressant. However, a psychological addiction to the drug may still develop through continued abuse, or when misused in conjunction with other mind-altering substances.

April 12, 2022

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Prozac Withdrawal: Symptoms, Timeline, and Detoxing Safely

The process of getting off antidepressants can be difficult, especially if you’ve been misusing them for a long time. Weaning yourself off Prozac already requires the assistance of a doctor, but if you’re addicted to this medication and you’ve grown accustomed to misusing it, more specific detox treatment may be necessary for safe Prozac withdrawal.

March 17, 2022

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8 Signs You Need Drug Detox

According to the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, about 21.6 million people ages 12 and up needed substance abuse treatment but only 4.2 million people received the help they needed.1 Although there are many reasons why people may not get the treatment they need, many people don’t seek treatment because they just don’t think they need it.

July 26, 2021

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How Does Medication Assisted Treatment Work?

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) defines medication assisted treatment (MAT) as “the use of medications in combination with counseling and behavioral therapies to provide a “whole patient” approach to the treatment of substance use disorders.”1 These medications work to relieve the physical withdrawal symptoms and cravings that cause chemical imbalances in the body.

July 5, 2021

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How to Get Help If You Have an LSD Tolerance

If you’ve developed an LSD tolerance, you might be able to detox on your own at home. However, if you experience severe psychological symptoms that make it difficult to continue with your day, you’d likely benefit from professional help.

June 28, 2021

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Suboxone Detox: When and Why it Becomes Necessary

Codeine vs. Hydrocodone: What’s the Difference?

Clonidine Withdrawal: Timeline, Symptoms, and Treatment

Effexor Withdrawal: Timeline, Symptoms, and Treatment

Prozac Withdrawal: Symptoms, Timeline, and Detoxing Safely

8 Signs You Need Drug Detox

How Does Medication Assisted Treatment Work?

How to Get Help If You Have an LSD Tolerance

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