Cannabis is still a very popular drug throughout the United States and among users of all ages and walks of life. As with alcohol, many people use it safely. However, some people abuse cannabis and smoke or ingest it throughout the day, living life under the influence. In a small percentage of those people, cannabis …
The properties of a drug determine its category. There are four main categories that drugs fall into: depressants, stimulants, hallucinogens, and opioids. The cannabis plant, also called marijuana, is somewhat unique, making it difficult to categorize. The different strains of cannabis and the fact that it affects everyone slightly differently make clean labels difficult. One …
Paxlovid has been in use to treat COVID-19 since December of 2021. Since that time, it has successfully kept thousands of high-risk patients out of the hospital and saved lives. This antiviral is a combination of two medications, one that inhibits the COVID virus from replicating itself and entering new cells. The other boosts the …
Many people struggle with anxiety and panic attacks, which are both debilitating conditions that can hurt one’s quality of life. Xanax is a common medication prescribed to treat these conditions. However, recently, there has been a rise in the usage of Blue Xanax, which is one of the latest additions to the benzodiazepine family. Let’s …
Many people may be unfamiliar with the term “goofballs,” which refers to a drug combination of barbiturates and amphetamines. This dangerous mixture, along with other forms of polysubstance abuse, can lead to addiction, overdose, and severe health consequences. As such, it’s important to recognize the signs of polysubstance abuse, understand the benefits of addiction treatment, …
Prescription drug abuse is a serious problem in the United States, with many individuals suffering from addiction to prescription medications like opioids, benzodiazepines, and sleeping pills. Trazodone is a medication that is commonly prescribed for the treatment of depression, anxiety, and insomnia. While it is an effective medication, many people wonder, is trazodone addictive? Let’s …
Meloxicam is one of the most popular nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) on the market today. Its primary use is to treat pain caused by arthritis, injury, and other conditions. However, some people abuse Meloxicam, leading to dangerous side effects and addiction. If left untreated, Meloxicam addiction can lead to serious health problems. But there is …
Cannabidiol (CBD) is a compound found in marijuana but which is directly derived from hemp, a cousin of marijuana, or from a lab. Although it’s a popular product, people still don’t know much about CBD. For example, does CBD make you hungry? Our drug addiction treatment programs at Promises can offer more information on CBD. …
The United Nations states that 158.8 million people around the world use marijuana. It’s considered to be a mild substance, but the truth is more complicated. Our drug addiction treatment programs at Promises offer information on marijuana use, including answers to questions like, “Does marijuana make you hungry?” Call 844.875.5609 for more. Why Does Weed …
The drug 2C-B, sometimes called tucibi or pink cocaine, is a potent psychedelic that has quickly grown in popularity and availability. And with more people using this drug, rates of 2C-B addiction have risen as well. If you or a loved one shows signs of 2C-B addiction, the quickest path to recovery is to call …