Is Mixing Xanax and Alcohol Dangerous?

Xanax and Alcohol Abuse: Risks, Consequences and Treatment

Did you know that alcohol abuse claimed 141,000 lives in 2023 alone? That is not all. Polysubstance addiction is also on the rise! Polydrug addiction (abusing more than one drug) of any kind can have fatal consequences, but alcohol and Xanax abuse have life-threatening consequences. When mixed or abused together, the sedative effect amplifies, which may…

TRICARE Drug & Alcohol Rehab Insurance Coverage

How to Verify Insurance at Tricare-Approved Residential Treatment Centers

TRICARE provides coverage to around 9.6 million beneficiaries in the US. It also offers comprehensive, cost-effective care with TRICARE for Life. They also provide free Medicare wraparound coverage for retirees with Medicare Parts A and B. But do you know how to verify insurance at Tricare-approved residential treatment centers? If not, read ahead and find…

Meth Addiction Treatment Guide

Guide to Quitting Methamphetamine at an Inpatient Meth Addiction Treatment

Meth overdose in 2021 skyrocketed to 53,400 in the United States. Raising alarms among people for its potent nature and associated highly fatal consequences. Stimulant abuse (meth) is among the top misused drugs in the United States. An inpatient meth addiction treatment addresses all concerns related to meth addiction, overdose, and potential side effects that…

Inpatient Treatment for Opioid Addiction

What Makes Inpatient Treatment for Opioid Addiction Effective?

A study informs that people taking opioids like heroin are at high risk for most hospitalizations and admissions to the emergency department. From 2020 to 2021, individuals aged 65 and above saw the most substantial increase in drug overdose death rates, marking a 28% rise. One of the most commonly opted-for care structures is inpatient…

Heroin Addiction Treatment Center

Inpatient Heroin Addiction Treatment- A Holistic Response to Abuse

Every year, 902,000 Americans use heroin, resulting in 14,000 overdose deaths. 6.25 million have used heroin at some point in their lives. Heroin addiction is a widespread and difficult problem that necessitates a comprehensive and tailored approach. Inpatient heroin addiction treatment is a comprehensive approach to drug usage. Let’s take a look at how it…

Opioid Withdrawal & Detox

How Long Does Opioid Withdrawal Last

Ending April 2023, there were around 111,000 deaths due to drug overdose. Opioids, including fentanyl and other synthetic ones, account for more than 70% of these deaths, according to the CDC. Before getting treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD), people often pose the question, ”How long does opioid withdrawal last?”. This blog gives an overview…

The Side Effects of Fentanyl

Safe Fentanyl Detox and Withdrawal Management: A Quick Guide

Fentanyl is considered a miracle drug in pain management but has a high abuse potential. Did you know that overdosing on only 2 mg of Fentanyl can cause certain death? A huge risk of overdose calls for a medically supervised safe withdrawal. Read on to find out how to safely detox from fentanyl with minimal discomfort…

Naltrexone For Opioid Addiction

How Long Does Naltrexone Stay in Your System?

Naltrexone was first synthesized in 1963 and was patented by Endo Laboratories in 1967. Naltrexone is an opioid receptor antagonist, which means it prevents opioids from acting in the brain. It comes in a variety of forms, including oral pills, extended-release injectables, and implants. Naltrexone’s primary purpose is to diminish cravings and avoid the rewarding…

Mixing Tramadol and Alcohol: Effects and Dangers

Tramadol and Alcohol: Effects, Dangers and Treatment Options

Prescription drug abuse is the fastest-growing problem in the United States. The CDC has considered it to be an epidemic. 75% of the drug overdose deaths in 2021 were associated with prescription opioids, including Tramadol. People, not knowingly, often mix tramadol and alcohol and get into fatal consequences that we are going to discuss here.…

New Jersey Intensive Outpatient Program Treatment Centers

South Jersey IOP: Treating Moderate to Severe Addiction

Jersey State Hospitals reported 18,042 admissions for substance abuse treatment in 2021. South Jersey, being a center point for Philadelphia, New York, and Baltimore, also suffers from addiction-affected individuals with little or no guidance toward South Jersey IOP. This blog will give an overview of how addiction treatment works in the form of intensive outpatient…