Cocaine is a stimulant that is available on the street as a drug which produces euphoria and is highly addictive. Learn how cocaine affects the body and brain and the dangers and side effects of using the drug. How Cocaine Works in the Body When cocaine is inhaled, snorted or injected it enters the bloodstream Read More…
The high experienced from using crack cocaine lasts only minutes but can remain in a person’s system much longer. Crack cocaine can be detected in the system for days or weeks after last use. Learn more about how crack cocaine works in the body and the risks associated with long term use. Crack Cocaine Read More…
A synthetic chemical, meth is made by mixing various forms of amphetamine or derivatives of other chemicals to boost potency. The strength of meth stimulates the brain’s pleasure response system which creates a high and a desire to keep using to experience the same high over and over again. Explore some of the effects of Read More…
Ambien is also known as zolpidem which is a sedative-hypnotic drug prescribed for insomnia. Benzodiazepine is present in Ambien which can produce withdrawal symptoms and be dangerous if a person quits cold turkey. Find out why tapering off Ambien is recommended over quitting cold turkey and how to get started. Cold Turkey An individual Read More…
OxyContin is a substance used in the treatment of patients experiencing moderate to severe pain. OxyContin interacts with the opiate receptors in the brain and spinal cord but the effects are different for each individual, depending on many factors. Though highly addictive, not every person who uses it will become addicted. Explore how OxyContin works Read More…
