a woman with headache holding her head due to xanax side effects

Combining Subutex and Xanax: Risks, Side Effects and Treatment

Drug Addiction, Drug Information / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Taken together, Subutex and Xanax can create a deadly concoction. It is essential that medication-assisted treatment centers thoroughly screen a person before beginning treatment to determine if this drug interaction has been taking place. The need for immediate treatment is clear. Why? Because Subutex interacting with other drugs that depress the central nervous system may

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Husband helps her wife recover from Suboxone addiction

How Long Does Suboxone Stay In Your System?

Addiction Therapy, Drug Addiction, Dual Diagnosis / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

The United States is currently battling an opioid epidemic, with approximately 2.1 million Americans addicted. As a result, a synthetic drug called Suboxone was made to help opioid addicts. It provides a lower dose of opioid ingredients for weaning drug rehab clients through detox. Plus, the drug’s naloxone protects people from overdosing when the drug

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Therapist advising man on whether Valium or Xanax is appropriate

Valium vs. Xanax: Is Xanax Stronger Than Valium?

Addiction, Drug Addiction, Drug Information / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Valium and Xanax are both sedatives in the benzodiazepine class of drugs. People take benzodiazepines to eliminate anxiety in order to function, sleep, or cope. Unfortunately, benzodiazepines like Valium and Xanax lose their effectiveness when taken regularly, especially at increasing doses. High doses of benzodiazepines definitely prevent anxiety, but they also impair people's ability to

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Drug Rehab Program Near Portland

Addiction, Drug Addiction, Substance Use / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Are you using drugs on a daily basis? You may need to use more than ever to get the same relief or benefit. You may be unsure what’s next, but you’re concerned about overdoses or all you’re losing to your addiction. Our Portland drug rehab offers the tools and support you need to turn the

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Woman Showing Symptoms of a Cocaine Overdose

What are the Symptoms of Cocaine Overdose?

Drug Addiction, Drug Information, Recovery, Substance Use / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Cocaine has long been a popular stimulant that is only available illegally. The substance is derived from the coca plant and grown in South America. It is well known for its short term effect of creating a feeling of euphoria. In addition, it can make a user feel extremely energized, increase sexual desires, and squash

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Man Worried About His Wife’s Cocaine Overdose

Cocaine Overdose Amount

Addiction Therapy, Drug Addiction, Drug Overdose / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Cocaine, in all its forms, is an illegal stimulant drug. A person taking this highly addictive substance can have intense short-term and long-term side effects. The cocaine overdose amount becomes highly toxic and may lead to death. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), cocaine overdoses in the United States have more than

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Man talking with a therapist about difference between opioid and narcotics

How to Tell if Someone is High

Addiction, Addiction Resources, Drug Addiction / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Addiction is a serious illness that affects roughly 40 million men and women in the U.S. each year. It can be hard to recognize the signs of drug use as many people will hide their abuse from friends and family. In fact, you can learn how to tell if someone is high. How? By educating

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therapy treatment with librium and xanax drugs

Librium vs Xanax

Addiction Therapy, Drug Addiction, Drug Information / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

People abuse drugs of all kinds. Besides opioids, benzodiazepines (benzos) are some of the most abused prescription drugs. There are many drugs in the benzo category, including Librium and Xanax. Let's take a closer look at Librium vs Xanax to see if one is worse than the other. Learn more about Xanax Addiction Treatment in

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Hydrocodone vs Oxycodone

Addiction, Controlled Substances, Detox, Drug Addiction / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Opioids have taken center stage recently and two popular opioids are hydrocodone and oxycodone. When it comes to hydrocodone vs oxycodone, both are prescription painkillers, treat short-term pain caused by surgery and injury, treat chronic pain from arthritis or cancer, and are only available with a prescription from a doctor. Oxycodone and Hydrocodone are highly

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Man seeking fentanyl addiction treatment in Portland, Oregon

Finding Fentanyl Addiction Treatment in Portland, Oregon

Addiction, Addiction Treatment Programs, Drug Addiction / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Fentanyl addiction treatment in Portland is available to help the ongoing opioid epidemic in the United States. According to a national report, more than 10 million men and women over the age of 12 abuse opioids. Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is 50 to 100 times more potent than morphine. It is a fast-acting

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