Vicodin is a brand name combination of the drugs Hydrocodone and Acetaminophen. Vicodin is prescribed by doctors to treat patients with severe pain. Knowing the potential side effect of Vicodin before taking the medicine can be helpful! What is Vicodin? Vicodin is a very strong pain killer. It is a combination of hydrocodone and acetaminophen.…
OxyContin is a medicine often prescribed by doctors to help patients manage pain. The painkiller has gained more attention in the media in connection to prescription overdose. Knowing what OxyContin is and what it looks like can be helpful. What is OxyContin? OxyContin is the brand name of a prescription medication containing oxycodone. It is…
Have you or a loved one been prescribed the painkiller OxyContin? Have you noticed a change in mood? Know what to expect! Typical side effects of OxyContin may differ with side effects of OxyContin addiction or withdrawal. Most often, anger is only a side effect of OxyContin withdrawal. What is OxyContin? OxyContin is the brand…
The importance of understanding the uses of prescription medication when introduced to a potentially addictive substance By Alisha Barnes, M.S, LPC What Are Benzodiazepines Benzodiazepine refers to a class of medication, which is more often recognized by the individual brands, including Xanax, Ativan and Klonopin, amongst others. This class of medication is typically seen…
Right now is an unprecedented and trying time for many. With social-distancing being the number one recommended precaution against the Corona virus, it can be difficult to justify entering a treatment facility even when you know you are in need of help. It can be hard to know what to do. When the country is in a health crisis, and you find yourself in crisis…
By Gregg Snook M.A., NCC, LPC I was planning out some articles and it came up that people are aware of “DRUGS” (said in a spooky and ominous tone). So, it’s more like “DRRRRUUUUUGGGSSSS WOOOOOO,” like a ghost story. I wanted to take some time to discuss and explain further individual drugs, and why they…
What we know, as of now, about injection sites. By Gregg Snook, M.A., NCC, LPC I am sure you have heard in the news about the controversy regarding the possible Safe Injection Site that is being planned in the Kensington section of Philadelphia. Depending on who you speak with, it may be a hot topic. …
Did you know that over 6.2 million Americans misused prescription drugs in 2016? This number continues to grow. What’s more disheartening is that most of them obtained the drugs from friends or family members. This issue is what National Drug Takeback Day highlights. What Is National Prescription Drug TakeBack Day? Before you can participate in…
Over the past few years, the number of drug overdose deaths continues to rise. Recently, government and health officials began placing a significant focus on battling this dangerous and unfortunate epidemic. To do your part to reduce this frightening number, you must learn what to look for in a loved one if you suspect an…