Fentanyl is a type of opioid, a highly powerful and addictive substance that can change the life of a person (and their family) quickly. It is a synthetic opioid, meaning it is man-made rather than a natural form. What makes it more challenging is its unique combination of providing very effective, high-level pain control and extremely addictive qualities. Yet, it...
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Most prescription drugs come with a warning to not consume alcohol while taking the drug. And many people disregard this warning without apparent consequence. But mixing alcohol with other drugs, whether prescription or illicit, can lead to serious health complications–not to mention a substance use disorder. If you are misusing substances like this and you...
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Opioids are one of the most important pain-relieving medications available today. For Veterans suffering from intense injury and pain after traumatic experiences, medications like this can prove vitally important. The problem with opioids is their high risk of leading to addiction and dependence. Opioid use disorder (OUD) is a growing problem for Veterans. It is...
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Opioids are a powerful drug noted for their ability to control pain. To do this, they interfere with the way the brain’s opioid receptors function. When opioids attach to these receptors, they can virtually block off any of the pain signals being sent from any of the nerves in the body to the brain, effectively eliminating the pain a person feels. That is an...
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