Xanax is a common, brand-name prescription medication. It is classified as a benzodiazepine or benzo and is prescribed as an anti-anxiety medication. Xanax is powerful, which in turn makes it addictive when it is misused. Typically, a Xanax addiction builds over time. This can make it harder to recognize Xanax addiction signs as they may…
Drug addiction caused by prescription drugs is prevalent in American society, with multiple factors contributing to this problem. Despite the high number of addiction cases, the topic is not widely discussed and has some secrecy surrounding it. Unlike other aspects of healthcare, the world of addiction treatment is vague to most people. The signs of…
Prescription drugs can be just as dangerous as any prohibited narcotic when misused, and their abuse can quickly lead to an overdose. While most overdoses are unintentional, it doesn’t change the fact that they often lead to irreparable physical damage or death. Xanax is one of the most commonly misused prescription drugs. A Xanax rehab…
One of the greatest dangers of addiction isn’t a particular drug but rather the mixing of various substances to create drug cocktails, also known as polysubstance abuse. Alcohol is one of the most common mixers and most addictive substances available. However, most people mixing alcohol with prescription drugs can benefit from an alcohol addiction treatment…
Opioids can trigger a specific type of constipation known as opioid-induced constipation. Opioids work by binding to receptors in the body known as opioid receptors. When these receptors are activated, they block the transmission of pain signals to the brain. However, opioids can also affect the digestive system in a number of ways. For example,…