Looking for an Intensive Outpatient Program for Heroin Addiction in Florida?Detox, Drug Addiction, Recovery, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryJanuary 11, 2020Heroin is a strong opioid drug that has continued to plague Florida residents for many years. The percentage of Florida residents reported as having abused illicit drugs in the past month is now higher than the national average. More than 4.2 million Americans 12 and older in 2014 stated as having abused heroin at least…
Opioid Prescriptions After an Overdose [Infographic]Addiction, Drug Addiction, Drug Information, InfographicBy Beaches RecoveryJanuary 7, 2020A new study shows that 9 out of 10 patients who have suffered an overdose on prescription opioid painkillers have been given further opioid prescriptions after an overdose. 70% of these overdose cases, mostly from ignorance on the part of the physicians, have resulted in the same physician being responsible for prescribing before and after…
Cough Syrup AbuseAddiction, Controlled Substances, Drug Information, Prescription DrugsBy Beaches RecoveryMay 29, 2019If you or a loved one is struggling with cough syrup abuse, it can be difficult to find support. Addiction to cough syrup is serious and can be difficult to address. Detox and professional addiction treatment can offer you the guidance and structure necessary to achieve sobriety.Over the counter cough syrups, which are accessible without a…
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…
