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Symptoms and Signs of Oxycodone Abuse

By Danielle Graniello, LVN on May 19, 2022

Oxycodone is a prescription painkiller for moderate to severe pain. You should only take oxycodone if it has been prescribed to you. Oxycodone is a powerful drug and must only be used as stated. Failure to do so could result in several health problems, including an oxycodone overdose. If in doubt, talk to a licensed […]

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Can You Overdose on Cocaine? Cocaine Overdose Signs and Symptoms

By Danielle Graniello, LVN on May 17, 2022

What Is Cocaine? Cocaine is a powerful stimulant drug that activates the central nervous system and strongly affects the reward pathway in the brain. It is derived from the coca plant, native to South America, the resulting purified chemical being cocaine hydrochloride. Cocaine-related overdose is responsible for a large percentage of drug overdose deaths every […]

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Snorting Gabapentin: Danger of Addiction and Abuse

By Danielle Graniello, LVN on May 10, 2022

Gabapentin is often used as a prescription drug, but that doesn’t mean users can’t get hooked on it. Without interference or careful medication management, medical gabapentin use can turn into full-blown gabapentin abuse and produce a mix of harmful psychoactive effects. Getting out of this cycle of addiction can be tricky, but it’s not impossible […]

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How Long Does Codeine Stay in Your System, Body and Blood?

By Danielle Graniello, LVN on May 3, 2022

Codeine is a prescription medication commonly prescribed to treat mild to moderate pain or as a cough suppressant. However, the drug is frequently abused and is known for its high potential for physical dependence or misuse. If you are using codeine, it is important to familiarize yourself with how long it can stay in your […]

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How Long Does It Take To Recover From an Overdose?

By Danielle Graniello, LVN on April 28, 2022

Anyone who has ever experienced the shadow of substance abuse in their lives - be it their own, in their household, or affecting another close friend or loved one - knows about the looming fear of overdose. Overdose is a term often used in association with illicit substances, but the risk is just as present […]

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How Long Does Heroin Stay in Your System, Body and Blood?

By Danielle Graniello, LVN on April 21, 2022

The United States is struggling with an opioid epidemic; roughly 10.1 million Americans have misused opioids at least once over a 12-month period. Heroin is one of the most dangerous drugs available, yet it is also one of the most commonly abused in the United States. Roughly 1 million people have reported using heroin within […]

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Side Effects of Smoking Crack

By Danielle Graniello, LVN on April 14, 2022

Crack cocaine is an extremely addictive and potent drug. Yet, it is one of the most commonly used drugs in the United States, with around five million people reporting to have used it in the past year. Derived from the coca plant, crack cocaine is the crystal form of cocaine, which is formed when powder […]

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How Long Does MDMA Stay in Your System, Body and Blood?

By Danielle Graniello, LVN on April 12, 2022

MDMA is an illicit drug. MDMA and ecstasy pills are known as club drugs, and affect both mood and behavior. MDMA is frequently abused, and comes with health risks both while taking it and afterwards. Drug use can lead to addiction, withdrawal symptoms when the drug is taken away, and consequently to a substance use […]

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