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Suboxone

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  What is Suboxone? Suboxone contains a combination of buprenorphine and naloxone.  Buprenorphine  is an opioid medication, sometimes called a narcotic.  Naloxone  blocks the effects of opioid medication, including pain relief or feelings of well-being that can lead to opioid abuse. Suboxone is used to treat  narcotic (opiate) addiction . Suboxone is not for use as a pain medication. Alternatives to Suboxone There are alternative drugs in different forms available to treat opioid use disorder. Talk with your healthcare provider which option would be best suited to you. Buprenorphine IM injection ( Sublocade ), Implant ( Probuphine ), Sublingual  (Subutex ) Buprenorphine and naloxone Sublingual ( Bunavail ,  Zubsolv ) Lofexidine Tablets ( Lucemyra ) Methadone Tablets ( Dolophine ) Naltrexone IM injection ( Vivitrol ),  Naltrexone tablets For opioid overdose in an emergency situation: Naloxone Nasal spray ( Narcan ,  Kloxxado ),  Nalo...

Hydrocodone

  What is hydrocodone? Hydrocodone  is an opioid pain medication. Zohydro ER and Hysingla ER are extended-release forms of hydrocodone that are used for around-the-clock treatment of  severe pain . Extended-release hydrocodone is not for use on an as-needed basis for pain. Warnings Hydrocodone can slow or stop your breathing. Never use this medicine in larger amounts, or for longer than prescribed. Do not crush, break, or open an extended-release pill. Swallow it whole to avoid exposure to a potentially fatal dose. Hydrocodone may be habit-forming, even at regular doses. Never share this medicine with another person, especially someone with a history of drug abuse or addiction. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it. MISUSE OF OPIOID MEDICINE CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH.  Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.  Hydrocodone may cause life-threatening withdrawal symptoms...

Ritalin

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  What is Ritalin? Ritalin ( methylphenidate ) is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. Ritalin is used to treat attention deficit disorder (ADD),  attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) , and  narcolepsy . Ritalin should be used as a part of a total treatment program for ADHD that may include counseling or other therapies. Warnings You should not use Ritalin if you have  glaucoma , tics or Tourette's syndrome, or severe anxiety, tension, or agitation. Methylphenidate may be habit-forming.  Misuse can cause addiction, overdose, or death.  Tell your doctor if you have had problems with drug or alcohol abuse. Stimulants have caused stroke, heart attack, and sudden death in people with high blood pressure, heart disease, or a heart defect. Do not use Ritalin if you have used an  MAO inhibitor  in the past 14 days, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid...

Vyvanse

   What is Vyvanse? Vyvanse  (lisdexamfetamine)  is a  central nervous system stimulant . It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. Vyvanse is FDA-approved to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults and in children who are at least 6 years old. Vyvanse is also used to treat moderate to severe  binge eating disorder  in adults. This medicine is not to be used for obesity or weight loss. Warnings Vyvanse may be habit-forming, and this medicine is a drug of abuse.  Tell your doctor if you have had problems with drug or alcohol abuse. Stimulants have caused stroke, heart attack, and sudden death in people with high blood pressure, heart disease, or a heart defect. Do not use Vyvanse if you have used a  MAO inhibitor  in the past 14 days, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine. Vyvanse ma...

Treating Anxiety

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  There are a variety of methods when it comes to treating anxiety. There are natural anxiety medications, prescribed medications, counseling, meditation and even yoga for the  treatment of anxiety . Natural Methods for Treating Anxiety There are a number of herbs, vitamins, minerals and amino acids that are combined in a pill form or used separately that comprise a natural method for treating anxiety.  Herbs for anxiety  include Passionflower, St. John’s Wort, Skullcap, and Valerian to name a few. You should research these herbs for anxiety and the products that contain them before making a decision to purchase them. Prescribed Medications for Treating Anxiety The most well known prescribed anti  anxiety medication  is Alprazolam, trade name Xanax. Alprazolam is supposed to treat the chemical imbalance in your brain associated with anxiety. Alprazolam is offered in an assortment of strengths giving your doctor the ability to choose the correct dosage for ...

Natural Anxiety Medications

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  As with any other alternative treatment, there are many natural anxiety medications on the market. It is imperative that you do your research in order to find the natural anxiety medications that have been proven effective in overcoming  anxiety . Because there are literally dozens of herbs, vitamins, amino acids and minerals that are touted to help treat anxiety, it is up to you to sift through the advertising campaigns and find the product that is best suited for your needs. Types of Natural Anxiety Medications Here is a sample of some of the ingredients you should seek or avoid in natural anxiety medications. Kava Kava This herb has a rapid calming effect on the nervous system with an uplifting, euphoric feeling. It is also a muscle relaxant and mild sedative. It is specific for anxiety, tension, stress, irritability and insomnia . Once popular, Kava Kava is now forbidden in some countries after people experienced liver damage, in some case leading to death. Withania With...