Facts
- The Anabolic Steroid Control Act passed by Congress in the fall of 1990 was brought into being to decrease the use of these powerful drugs in the United States.
- Samples of Ativan which were obtained online have been found to contain haloperidol (Haldol), a potent antipsychotic drug that is reported to have a variety of dangerous side effects.
- One treatment approach that is used for managing opiate withdrawal is to treat the symptoms of the withdrawal with appropriate medication. Clondine, an antihypertensive drug, is sometimes used to reduce muscle pain and cramping.
- The acetaminophen component in Lortab can on its own cause a fatal overdose. High doses of acetaminophen can cause liver damage, and dosages should never exceed 4000 mg a day. Acetaminophen is metabolized solely by the liver, so there is a risk of fatal overdose due to hepatotoxicity when Lortab is mixed with alcohol.
Camilla, Georgia - Criminal Justice ClientsDrug or alcohol treatment is sometimes a part of a criminal justice clients sentence for the crime they have committed. In order to provide these individuals the treatment they need, there are some specific steps that should be followed before they can enroll into a drug rehabilitation center. First, they need to find out if they are eligible for drug rehabilitation during their time in the Camilla, Georgia criminal justice system. Their case is reviewed by a panel who makes the decision if they are in need of rehabilitation and if so how much and what type is required. Furthermore, when they are evaluated for drug addiction problems, the client is also screened for mental health problems as well. Severity of addiction, mental health issues, criminal activity, sentence length and previous treatment history are all determining variables in the creation of a criminal justice rehabilitation plan.