Opioid Addiction
Fentanyl Withdrawal Symptoms
What Is Fentanyl and How Does It Work? Fentanyl is 100 times stronger[1] than morphine and 50 times stronger than heroin.[1] Its purpose is to reduce severe pain. It is often used to help people recovering from surgery, and it may sometimes be used to treat those with painful health conditions, such as AIDS or…
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There are a lot of different pain medications out there. It can be hard to keep track of all the different kinds. It’s pretty common not to worry too much about what pain medications your doctor prescribes so long as you need them and they cover your pain adequately. The problem is that often pain…
Read MoreTramadol Withdrawal Symptoms And Key Signs Of An Addiction
Tramadol has been one of the go-to medications for moderate and even severe pain for a long time now. While Tramadol is an opioid medication, it’s not as strong as many other common opioids, so doctors often go to Tramadol before considering a stronger medication to avoid harm. Unfortunately, while Tramadol can be used responsibly…
Read MoreK 18 Pill: What It Is, Side-Effects & Risks Of Use, & How To Get Help If Struggling With An Addiction
Did you know that all medications have a unique shape and identifier? The color, shape, and number of letters printed on your medication are all used to help pharmacists verify that the medication they are dispensing is the correct medication as ordered by your physician. Because many of the medications sold on the black market…
Read MoreTramadol Vs Oxycodone: What Are The Differences, Side-Effects, & Addiction Risks?
There’s a lot of conflicting information about different medications, especially pain medications like Tramadol and Oxycodone. Between all the conflicting information and the warnings people can get about taking these medications, it can be difficult to figure out what’s true and the actual risks. It’s important to understand the differences between these medications and the…
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