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Evidence-based descriptions of the most popular Rx drugs and their effects. The full spectrum of prescription drug use from habit to addiction.
Is Ritalin a narcotic?
Yes, Ritalin (methylphenidate) is classified by the Drug Enfocement Administration as a Schedule II narotic. But is Rita ...
Can you get addicted to Subutex? Is Subutex addictive?
Subutex (buprenorphine) has a low abuse potential. The risk of developing addiction is also low. However, some people gr ...
Is Bunavail addictive?
Bunavail contains 2 medicines: buprenorphine and naloxone. Dependence to Bunavail can develop, even at regular doses if ...
Preventing prescription opioid overdose
Popping a few extra pills can seem benign, but treatments such as psychotherapy, meditation, exercise, and dietary chang ...
Chronic pain management: Eight alternatives to narcotics
There are other ways of treating chronic pain that can be just as effective as narcotics. More on the exact therapies th ...
How to Treat Prescription Drug Addiction
How can you tell if prescription drug use is doing more harm than good to you, or someone you care for? We review the s ...
Painkiller Addiction Causes: American Culture and Why We Think it’s Okay to be Addicted to Prescription Opioids
A painkiller can be a problem, not a cure, for pain. In fact, painkillers kill tens of thousands of patients every year. ...
Who’s responsible for prescription drug addiction?
Should doctors who neglect due diligence be held responsible for prescription opioid addiction? We explore here. ...
Symptoms of prescription pain killer abuse and addiction (Top 10)
Taking more pain killers than prescribed, doctor shopping and social withdrawal are all symptoms of prescription pain ki ...