Most people who abuse drugs use illegal drugs (such as heroin and cocaine) or prescription drugs (such as OxyContin and Adderall). However, some people also abuse over-the-counter (OTC) substances. For..
When you drink alcohol, the drug enters your bloodstream and makes you feel intoxicated. If doctors, police officers, or other professionals need to determine how intoxicated you are, they will..
Although rare, some people who take Toradol experience euphoria (intense joy) and relaxation. Toradol is the brand name for a prescription drug called ketorolac tromethamine. It belongs to a class..
In the United States, over half of women and nearly 1 in 3 men have experienced sexual assault. Many perpetrators of sexual assault drug their victims with roofies. Roofies (also..
Before heading to the gym, many people take pre-workout supplements (also called “pre-workouts”). These substances are said to act as performance enhancers by boosting energy levels, improving blood flow, and..
Gabapentin is a prescription drug that’s often sold under the brand name Neurontin. It’s an anticonvulsant used to control seizures caused by epilepsy. It can also treat postherpetic neuralgia (nerve..
People with physical, sensory, or intellectual disabilities face challenges that often go unnoticed by people without these conditions. For example, recent data from the government shows that disabled people are..
If you or someone you know uses opioids (also called opiates), you may have heard the term “nodding off.” Some people think nodding off is the same as overdosing. However,..
While stress is a part of life, too much of it can increase the risk of substance use disorder or addiction. This risk increases if you have poor coping skills..
Oxycodone stays in your system for about 24 hours. That means most people should wait at least one day after their last dose before drinking alcohol. Like other opioids, oxycodone..
