Medically Reviewed By Jodi Mabry, Nurse Practitioner (NP) There is a new Tranq epidemic on the rise. This new Tranq drug poses a serious threat to current Fentanyl drug users who may be looking for the same high, not knowing that their fix is now Fentanyl Mixed with Xylazine. This mixture is extremely dangerous and…
What is Tranq and why is it so bad? If you’re asking, many others are asking the same thing, “What is Tranq and is it dangerous?”. Whitehouse.gov says, Xylazine is an easily accessible veterinary drug approved for use in animals as a sedative and pain reliever. It is also being used by drug dealers as…
Buy phenibut as a smart pill and it will quickly lead to addiction. Long-term use can reduce happiness and cognition. Learn more about phenibut dosage, high, and withdrawal here. What is Phenibut and How Does it Work? Phenibut is a drug that originated in Russia. It has been used since the 1960s according to the…
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…
If you’ve recently completed inpatient treatment for drug addiction, you’ll probably be excited about returning home. However, you may also be a little nervous about the next stage of your life. One of the things you may have to do is find or learn about keeping a job while in recovery. In addition to providing…
It can be difficult to understand some of the terms used by the mental health and recovery communities especially, what the differences are between drug dependence and drug addiction. Two terms that are often used interchangeably are dependence and addiction. Both these terms indicate that someone has developed a substance abuse disorder and they need…
Opioid detox and withdrawal can be a difficult process. Asheville Recovery Center helps patients in need of care during this time of healing and recovery. Opioids are very useful for people who are in severe pain. Unfortunately, they are among the most addictive substances available. They bind to the naturally occurring opioid receptors in the…
The early stages of opioid addiction is the most crucial. If you are taking prescription opioids or you’ve been using them recreationally, you may be concerned about the possibility of becoming fully addicted or dependent. It is well-known that these drugs present a high risk of addiction, so much so that an opioid crisis has…
Millions of Americans struggle with chronic pain – ongoing pain that lasts more than six months. Chronic pain may result from illness or an injury, but it can continue after the illness has passed or the injury has healed. It can also occur in the absence of any apparent injury. Chronic pain may be linked…
Learning that a loved one is dealing with drug addiction can be overwhelming. You may feel confused, angry, and even hopeless. However, you need to know that addiction doesn’t have to last forever. Addicts can recover. While you can’t force your loved one to get help, you can assist them during the recovery process. In…
