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Why Is It Dangerous to Mix Ritalin and Alcohol?

There are risks associated with the use of both alcohol and Ritalin. However, when Ritalin is used as prescribed, there is a limited likelihood of serious side effects. Similarly, if you drink in moderation, you’re unlikely to experience significant problems. When you mix Ritalin and alcohol, there’s an increased chance that you will experience negative…

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Ketamine Therapy: The Benefits and Risks

Ketamine therapy, when used with caution in a medical setting and at lower doses, has been observed to be beneficial for treating depression and PTSD and is being explored as a remedy for various conditions, such as chronic pain, addiction, and anxiety. However, it can have severe repercussions and is susceptible to misuse. When used…

The cycle of an alcohol addict

The Cycle of An Alcohol Addict in 4 Stages

The cycle of an alcohol addict is often characterized by a recurrent pattern of alcohol misuse and addiction, which can have a damaging effect on their physical and psychological well-being, social connections, and quality of life. Breaking the cycle of alcoholism is challenging, but it can be done. Continue reading to learn more about the…

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The 5 Stages of Alcohol Addiction

Medically Reviewed By Jodi Mabry, Nurse Practitioner (NP) What are the 5 stages of alcohol addiction? First, it’s important to understand the addiction, itself. Alcohol addiction occurs for several reasons. Individuals can be motivated by a variety of emotions, situations, and traumas. What is certain is that no one chooses to become an alcoholic. Furthermore,…

Dramamine and alcohol

Why Combining Dramamine and Alcohol is Dangerous

People often ask if it is okay to combine Dramamine and alcohol. Dramamine is a drug employed to soothe motion sickness, vomiting, and dizziness. It is typically not suggested to consume Dramamine with alcohol as alcohol can intensify the side effects of the medication, including sleepiness and lightheadedness. This article will explore the side effects…

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Addicted to Black Tar Heroin After One Use?

Black tar heroin is a very addictive illegal drug produced by criminal drug trafficking groups; however, there is little chance that anyone taking it for the first time will become instantly hooked or addicted, despite its high potency and addiction potential. In this blog, we will discuss what black tar heroin is, the effects of…

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Can You Survive a Fentanyl Overdose?

Fentanyl overdoses are increasing throughout the United States at an alarming rate. A powerful and dangerous opioid, fentanyl is frequently used in hospitals and prescribed for pain management, but illegal variants are often mixed into other substances to make them more potent and inexpensive. Fentanyl can rapidly lead to an accidental overdose, so we’ll explain…

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Can I Become Addicted to Sleeping Pills?

Many people worry that they may become addicted to sleeping pills. Sleeping pills are often prescribed for the short-term treatment of severe insomnia. They fall into the category of sedative-hypnotics which also includes barbiturates (phenobarbital, pentobarbital) and benzodiazepines (Xanax, Klonopin). The most common sleeping pills are Ambien, Sonata, and Lunesta. They act on the same…

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Suboxone Withdrawals

Can you experience suboxone withdrawals? Quitting opiates is no small feat.  Nausea, diarrhea, sweats, chills, cravings, irritability, runny nose, sleepless nights, mood swings, headaches, cramps, and restless legs are terrifying prospects for someone who decides to get clean. Medical advances have led to the development of several medications used to treat opioid addiction, but how…