Drug Addiction

Many people believe that prescription drugs are always safe. But many, including Ativan, are addictive. People can develop a dangerous addiction to these drugs, even when taking certain medications under a doctor’s supervision. If you or someone you love takes Ativan–recreationally or with a prescription–it’s important to understand the risk…

Oxycodone is a powerful prescription opioid that is prescribed to treat the symptoms of pain. While oxycodone is effective in managing pain, this medication is known to be highly habit-forming and addictive. Brand names for oxycodone include Percocet and OxyContin.[1] While many people begin using oxycodone as prescribed, their bodies…

Dexedrine is the name brand for dextroamphetamine, a prescription stimulant medication that is primarily used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy, however, it is also used for weight loss. While this medication is effective in treating these conditions, dextroamphetamine is known to be habit-forming and addictive.  According to…

Two of the most widely abused substances are opioids and benzodiazepines. Drugs belonging to each of these classes have legitimate medical uses, but they are also highly addictive when abused. A concerning, increasing trend involves mixing benzodiazepines and opioids, and many opioid-related overdose deaths in the United States also involve…