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No, ketamine is not an opioid. Ketamine works on NMDA receptors not opioid receptors. This post will explain what ketamine is, how it works and

La Hacienda Treatment Center has seen an increase in fentanyl addiction. People seeking help get tricked and moved through various treatment referral routing service websites.

As the public health crisis caused by the opioid epidemic continues, another group of synthetic opioids has emerged: benzimidazole opioids also known as “nitazenes.” Ironically,

Speedballing, the dangerous practice of mixing cocaine and heroin, has been a persistent issue that continues to put countless lives at risk. This deadly combination

Narcan® (naloxone hydrochloride) Nasal Spray is a brand name for an opioid antagonist used for emergency medical care of victims of opioid overdose. It offsets

Not everyone has the luxury of a good night’s sleep, yet adequate rest is essential for a healthy body and mind. Lack of sleep can

It is becoming increasingly common for individuals to abuse Adderall, a stimulant drug primarily prescribed to treat attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Unfortunately, sometimes this abuse

Colds and flus can be a significant burden, especially during winter. This results in many people taking over-the-counter medications like Bromphen PSE DM to relieve

The opioid epidemic has been an ever-present issue in the United States and one of its most deadly weapons is fentanyl. Fentanyl use has increased

Drug abuse is a major societal problem. Every day, people fall victim to the allure of drugs and their ability to destroy lives. Drug abuse