Tag: prescription drug abuse

Bromazepam Addiction

Bromazepam is an anti-anxiety medication with similar effects to valium that can lead to abuse and addiction. Bromazepam also has a high potency and is considered to have a greater abuse potential than many other benzodiazepines. This is because of its fast resorption rate and rapid onset of action. Addiction to benzodiazepine medications is on […]

Dilaudid Abuse and Addiction

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Dilaudid, a brand name for Hydromorphone and Dihydromorphinone, is a synthetic opioid commonly prescribed for relief of moderate to severe pain, such as those suffering from cancer-related pain, severe postoperative pain or severe breakthrough pain. Dilaudid is a very powerful opioid analgesic and abuse and addiction to this drug can lead to respiratory depression and […]

The Shocking Rise in Valium Abuse

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Throughout the coronavirus pandemic, there has been an increase of people using the Internet and street dealers to obtain prescription drugs to treat anxiety and insomnia. The drugs causing the most concern are sold as benzodiazepines, including fake Xanax and ‘street Valium. There are many forms of illegal benzos circulating, and these are dangerous to […]

Teenage Drug Addiction

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The Problem Of Teenage Drug Addiction Teenage drug addiction is one of the most serious substance abuse problems in the UK. Thankfully, early treatment can help avert a lifetime of drug abuse. According to reports by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), 50 per cent of teens have abused an illicit drug, 20% have […]