Facts
- Rates of Opana abuse and addiction are among the highest involving prescription opiates, and drug overdose rates that have been linked directly to Opana have increased dramatically over the past three years.
- Other major side effects which are commonly reported by fentanyl users include diarrhea, nausea, constipation, dry mouth, somnolence, weakness, and sweating and, abdominal pain, headache, fatigue, anorexia and weight loss, dizziness, nervousness, hallucinations, anxiety, depression, flu-like symptoms, indigestion, shortness of breath, hypoventilation, apnea, and urinary retention.
- The most successful drug rehabs address multiple needs of the individual, not just his or her drug abuse.
- With aging, the amount of water in the body is at lower levels and alcohol therefore becomes more concentrated.
Bridger - Gays and LesbiansGays and lesbians who develop problems with drugs and alcohol have the choice of attending a drug rehabilitation program that is specifically intended for them. Making the decision to attend one of these programs is a great first step towards recovery. While in treatment recovering addicts not only address their problems with drugs and/or alcohol but also address other emotional and personal issues they are struggling with. Gays and Lesbians in treatment examine how their destructive behavior was a result of inner feelings left unresolved. Counseling and/or therapy aids in resolving issues with shame, Isolation, discomfort in one's own skin, feelings of rejection, etc. Once treatment is complete they will be able to feel more secure about who they are and be able to live happily without the desire to use drugs.