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Are You at Risk for Hepatitis C? - Many factors can put you at risk of contracting Hepatitis C, not just IV drug use.
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Opium Fact Sheet - Opium is a highly addictive narcotic that is derived from the poppy plant and can be used to make a number of prescription medications, heroin and other drugs. The scientific term for opium is actually Papaver Somniferum but most people refer to the drug as opium or make a direct reference to the poppy plant ...
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The Dangers of Living with a Hydrocodone Addiction through the Holidays - If you’ve ever undergone surgery or suffered an injury, hydrocodone may well have been prescribed as a pain medication. Overall, hydrocodone exists as the most frequently prescribed pain reliever across the globe, according to the Connecticut State website. Hydrocodone also produces certain unintended side effects that account for its use as a highly popular recreational ...
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What are Gateway Drugs? - Commonly known gateway drugs include nicotine, marijuana, and alcohol.
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Oral Opium Use Overdose Symptoms - The method by which opium is used can sometimes produce different side effects and overdose symptoms. When opium is taken orally, the symptoms of overdose tend to mimic those of a common overdose symptoms associated with many prescription medications and may or may not be life threatening. In the event that overdose symptoms do occur, ...