Opioid
Current Opioid Epidemic Statistics In Massachusetts
How Many People Died From Opioid Overdoses In Massachusetts This Year?
What Does Fentanyl Look Like?
Illicit fentanyl may look like a clear liquid or a powder that could be either light-brown or off-white. When fentanyl is mixed with other drugs, it can be difficult to identify. Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that treats severe pain. Like other opioids, it provides pain relief by attaching to your body’s opioid receptors. […]
The Opioid Crisis In Massachusetts
Since the late 1990s, opioid painkillers (such as OxyContin, Vicodin, and Percocet) have surged in popularity. These drugs pose a high risk of abuse, addiction, and overdose. The rise in opioid use (also called the “opioid crisis” or “opioid epidemic”) has devastated the entire country. However, it’s been particularly problematic for certain states, including Massachusetts. […]
What Is Dose Dumping?
Have you ever taken a prescription drug labeled “extended-release?” Unlike an immediate-release drug, an extended-release drug has a slow drug release rate. That means it enters your system gradually throughout the day, which reduces the risk of overdose and allows you to take the drug less frequently. The most common types of extended-release drugs are […]
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