Author: Gary Jackson

Dr. Tetrault explains that cocaine is sometimes adulterated with other drugs, such as amphetamines or synthetic opioids like fentanyl, which can make it particularly dangerous. A person can overdose the first time they use crack cocaine, or any time thereafter. Participants must quit cold turkey and complete the detox/withdrawal process before their addiction recovery program […]

“Some people think of the effects of alcohol as only something to be worried about if you’re living with alcohol use disorder, which was formerly called alcoholism,” Dr. Sengupta says. Heavy drinking can also lead to a host of health concerns, like brain damage, heart disease, cirrhosis of the liver and even certain kinds of […]

Sobriety brings the gift of learning new ways to effectively spend your time. Engaging in new activities is a great way to give your brain a workout. In particular, learning a new language or how to play an instrument is the equivalent of rigorous cardiovascular exercise for your brain. However, you don’t have to rely […]

That means no more than two drinks a day for men and no more than one drink a day for women. (A drink is defined as 5 ounces of wine, 12 ounces of beer, or 1½ ounces of 80-proof distilled spirits.) Moderate drinking appears to lower the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other circulatory […]

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Some patients starting primidone may experience a “first dose phenomenon” during which they have transient feelings of unsteadiness, dizziness and nausea during the beginning stages of treatment. Sedation is another common side effect and can be reduced by following a slowly escalating dose schedule. Most patients are able to tolerate the side effects, and studies […]

It’s also a common practice for some people to treat insomnia by consuming alcohol. While a drink now and then may have a sedative effect that causes you to drift off faster, research shows that it can impede sleep quality in the long run. Even though a glass or two may help you initially drift […]

Underage drinkers, or even adults who are concerned about their reputations, may avoid seeking medication attention for fear of getting into trouble with authorities, parents, or work colleagues. This often delays the diagnosis of alcohol poisoning, worsening the outcome. Diagnosis of alcohol poisoning is complex, requiring a physical examination, assessment of vital signs, and possibly […]