Helping Addicted Person
Help When a person who is addicted to prescription drugs seeks help, there are many options. Most centers for addiction assistance will put the person through a detox program until they have completely lost their desire for the drug. Withdrawal Withdrawal is what the addicted person’s body will suffer from after immediately dropping the drug [...]
Dexedrine
Dexedrine Dextroamphetamine or Dexedrine is a central nervous system stimulant. Classified as a Schedule II drug, the dangers of this drug, when abused, are very serious. One of the first uses of Dexedrine was to suppress feelings of hunger and was therefore useful as a diet pill. The popularity of its use in diets was [...]
Demerol
Demerol Classified as a narcotic analgesic, Demerol is most commonly prescribed to help ease moderate to sometimes severe pain. Demerol is a central nervous system depressant. The pain relieving effects of Demerol are similar to that of morphine. Cancer patients are prescribed Demerol to ease the pain they typically suffer. The drug is classified as [...]
Codeine
Codeine Codeine is classified as an opiate. Opiates are naturally occurring narcotics that are very similar to drugs such as morphine. The intended use of codeine is pain relief. It is prescribed to treat those suffering from moderate pain. When taken properly to treat pain, a cough, or related problems, the drugs effects will usually [...]
CNS Depressants
CNS Depressants Central nervous system depressants can be divided into two categories in which they are produced. Barbiturates and Benzodiazepines are the two forms that CNS depressants can be take. The overall effect that CNS depressants have on the body is to slow down the functions of the brain. CNS depressants are prescribed to help [...]