Narcan does not work on cocaine, as cocaine is a stimulant and Narcan is an opioid antagonist. Narcan only reverses overdoses caused by opioid drugs. Cocaine overdose symptoms such as increased body temperature, elevated blood pressure, and abnormal heart rhythm require medical attention. It’s important to call 911 when you spot your loved one overdosing…
Are muscle relaxers addictive? Yes, some muscle relaxers such as Soma, and Amrix are addictive, and taking them without a prescription can result in physical and psychological dependence on them. However, Lioresal and Dantrium do not carry a high addiction potential, but abusing them with weed, or mixing them with alcohol can prove to be…
The pandemic had far-reaching effects on substance-related issues in the US. Unfortunately, NJ was not free of this curse either. While there were direct casualties, substance abuse indirectly affected people. For instance, hospitalizations for alcohol-induced liver diseases rose 19% from 2019 to 2021 in New Jersey. Likewise, in 2020, between January to the end of…
Meth is classified as one of the most deadly drugs in the world. Despite that, the use of meth has spiked about three times in recent years. In 2021, 106,000 people died due to overdose, and stimulants like meth were responsible for approximately 32,537 deaths in the US. The above figures show that Meth abuse…
