Short List of Florida Drug Possession LawControlled Substances, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryOctober 13, 2018People addicted to illicit drugs face significant legal jeopardy. Under the Florida Statutes Section 893.13, it’s illegal simply to hold certain amounts of controlled substances. In other words, getting caught by police will lead to drug court and possibly prison time. Therefore, learning the various Florida drug possession laws is vital to protect your freedom.…
What Is the New Florida Opioid Law?Controlled Substances, NewsBy Beaches RecoveryOctober 12, 2018If you take prescription opioids, you may be unable to get them anymore because of the new Florida opioid law. As of July 1, 2018, the government restricts how long doctors can prescribe the Schedule II drugs for a patient. However, this regulation establishes many other requirements too.About the New Florida Opioid LawFlorida is one…
What is Robotripping?Addiction, Controlled SubstancesBy Beaches RecoveryAugust 23, 2018Robotripping might sound like it has something to do with robotics, but it is actually another term for a specific type of drug abuse. What is robotripping? The robo refers to the abuse of cough medicine, including the brand name Robitussin. We’ll dig deeper to understand better what robotripping is, why it is dangerous and…
Prescription Drug Abuse Statistics [Infographic]Controlled Substances, Infographic, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryAugust 15, 2017When most people think of the drug abuse epidemic, they picture illegal substances like crack and heroin. While those drugs are undeniably a problem, prescription drugs are an equal threat. In many respects, prescription drug abuse statistics are even more worrying. The incorrect assumption that prescription drugs aren’t dangerous can lead to severe problems and…
What is Tramadol and Why It’s on the Controlled Substance ListAddiction, Controlled Substances, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 30, 2016You may know tramadol under its brand name, Ultram. Manufacturers also offer an extended release version, Ultram ER. When mixed with acetaminophen, which sells under the trade name Tylenol, the drug’s name changes to Ultracet. But what is tramadol, exactly?Opioid Painkiller or Serotonin Uptake Inhibitor? Both!Initially, the manufacturer believed that the substance had a lower…