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- Benzodiazepines, Mental Health, Recovery Journey
- Keri George
Xanax (which is the trade name for the benzodiazepine known as alprazolam) is a commonly prescribed drug that is used in the treatment of depression...
- Prescription Drugs, Recovery Journey
- Keri George
Wellbutrin is an FDA-approved antidepressant that treats depression, bipolar disorder, and seasonal affective disorder. Under the brand name Zyban, the drug reduces nicotine cravings and...
- Prescription Drugs, Recovery Journey, Stimulants
- Keri George
If you have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, then you may be familiar with Vyvanse. It’s a stimulant medication approved by Food and Drug...
- Prescription Drugs, Recovery Journey
- Keri George
Vicodin may seem innocuous enough when your doctor prescribes it to you after a surgery or when you’re diagnosed with chronic pain. However, after time,...
- Opioids, Recovery Journey
- Keri George
Vicodin is a semi-synthetic opioid that contains hydrocodone and acetaminophen. Semi-synthetic opioids come from natural opioids, such as morphine and codeine. Acetaminophen is a drug...
- Mental Health, Prescription Drugs, Recovery Journey
- Keri George
Trazodone is a prescription drug commonly used to treat depression, sleep disorders, and anxiety. Some doctors prescribe it to manage eating disorders, diabetic nerve pain,...
- Alcohol, Recovery Journey
- Keri George
Trazodone is a tetracycline antidepressant. It isn’t prescribed as much in the current day because there are newer antidepressants known as “selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors,”...
- Recovery Journey
- Keri George
It can be extremely tempting to indulge in the romantic side of life while going through addiction treatment, especially if you are a single person....
- Prescription Drugs, Recovery Journey
- Keri George
Tramadol is a medication prescribed mostly for moderate pain. It comes in several forms to treat either acute or chronic pain. While it isn’t as...