Rivotril is a brand name for the benzodiazepine clonazepam. In the U.S., this same medication is known under a different brand name: Klonopin. Any guide to Rivotril abuse and addiction will include a range of potential risks to your health. Some of these risks are associated with pregnancy. Under limited circumstances, pregnant women may take…
For many Americans, Adderall and meth are two very different drugs. One is an FDA-approved and tested medication for those with ADHD that has allowed millions to focus, excel in work, school, or other pursuits, and ultimately thrive. Meth is a growing public health crisis in the United States as the illicit drug destroys communities…
Sleeping pills, also known as ‘sleep aids,’ are medications that can help individuals who have trouble sleeping get some rest. They come in different types, ranging from over-the-counter to prescription medications, and work by interacting with certain chemicals that influence sleep in your brain. Like almost any medication, especially prescription medication, the potential for misuse…
Humans will likely fall ill without eating nutritious meals or getting adequate sleep. Insomnia and other sleep disorders affect at least 10% to 30% of adults at any time while sleeping pills carry risks for abuse and addiction. However, several natural sleeping aids can be viable alternatives for sleeping pills. If you or a loved…
Benzodiazepines are a type of medication commonly prescribed as anti-anxiety drugs, sedatives, and muscle relaxants. They have been used since the 1960s to treat a variety of conditions, including panic attacks, insomnia, muscle spasms, and seizures. Although effective at providing relief from these symptoms in the short term, benzodiazepines can be highly addictive if taken…
Prescribed cold or cough medicines can be more dangerous than over-the-counter medications. That’s true because they contain more potent ingredients, and their abuse may lead to serious problems. A prime example of such abuse is the mixture known as Lean. Lean contains an opioid drug as its main active ingredient. When you misuse this opioid,…