Facts
- OxyContin was developed and patented in 1996 and was originally prescribed in 10 mg, 20 mg, 40 mg, and 80 mg tablets although in 2000 a 160 mg tablet became available.
- The Governor of Louisiana banned Bath Salts via decree which classified them as a Schedule 1 substance in the state and put them in the same class as heroin.
- The only opiates still in use for pain management by medical professionals are morphine and codeine, as well as some synthetic opiates.
- Methadone has always been known as the replacement drug for people that are addicted to opiates such as heroin, morphine and other narcotics, and is commonly used as part of methadone maintenance treatment.
GET HELP LOCATING A DRUG TREATMENT PROGRAM
You may be surprised to read that today more and more seniors/older adults are entering drug rehabilitation programs in Cumberland, MD. Addiction is an issue that can impact anyone. Even the elderly who have a lot more life experience can fall into the lure of drug abuse and addiction. Often their doctor prescribes a medication to help with the pain, anxiety, etc. They discover that the medication is beneficial and may take far more than prescribed or in conjunction with other substances like alcohol. Drug treatment programs are a beneficial tool in helping seniors/older adults addicted to prescription drugs and other substances. Many elderly addicts are also struggling from co-occurring mental health issues that are able to be treated in conjunction with their addiction problems.
- Committed to Change PC
Committed to Change PC is located at:
200 Glenn Street
Cumberland, MD. 21502
If you would like to contact Committed to Change PC, you can reach them at 240-580-1919.
Committed to Change PC offers the following treatment services: Outpatient, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults
Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, Private Health Insurance, Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details) - Setif Inc
Setif Inc is located at:
4920 Niagara Road
College Park, MD. 20740
If you would like to contact Setif Inc, you can reach them at 301-446-3070 x101.
Setif Inc offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Gays And Lesbians, Seniors/Older Adults, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Dui/Dwi Offenders, Criminal Justice Clients
Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare), Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)