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Category Archives: Prescription Drugs

Thursday, March 12th, 2020
Ativan: The Hidden Addiction
Ativan is the trade name for the generic drug lorazepam, a benzodiazepine prescribed for anxiety and other disorders. Like other benzodiazepines, Ativan works by attaching to GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid)...
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Friday, February 14th, 2020
Percocet: Abuse, Treatment, and How Continuum Recovery Center Can Help
Percocet is a prescription painkiller that contains oxycodone and acetaminophen. It treats moderate to severe pain following a surgical procedure or injury, though it can treat chronic pain as...
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Monday, December 30th, 2019
The Crisis of Fentanyl & Outpatient Treatment
Fentanyl use is on the rise, and it’s only expected to get worse. While the drug is sometimes prescribed to treat postoperative pain and breakthrough pain from cancer, it...
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Tuesday, September 24th, 2019
What Is Narcan and What Can It Do for You or Your Loved One?
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, 130 Americans die every single day because they overdosed on opioids. Drug abuse is a national crisis. It’s also expensive. The economic...
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Monday, January 21st, 2019
3 Signs You’re Addicted to Prescription Pain Medication
Opioid addiction is a growing epidemic in the United States therefore it is a must for us to be aware of their signs. Although many people mainly associate heroin...
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Wednesday, November 14th, 2018
Are Anti-Anxiety Medications Addictive?
Anti-anxiety medications (benzodiazepines) like Xanax and Valium are used to treat anxiety disorders and insomnia. Benzos are effective but only intended for short-term use. According to the American Academy...
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Friday, August 24th, 2018
6 Potential Signs of a Prescription Drug Problem
Prescription drug abuse is a serious problem in the United States. Sadly, some people become addicted before they know they need drug treatment in Phoenix. The best way to...
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