Facts
- The most dangerous complication of Vicodin overdose is that breathing can slow down, become extremely shallow, and possibly stop.
- White wine and clear liquors such as rum, vodka and gin have fewer toxins and tend to cause less frequent and less severe hangovers than darker varieties of alcohol.
- Doctors argue whether the withdrawal syndrome leaves individuals who take sleeping medication worse than they would be without the drug, but evidence suggests that it often does.
- The intensity and duration of opiate withdrawal varies greatly depending on the dose and speed of withdrawal. Short-acting opiates, such as heroin, tend to produce more intense but briefer symptoms.
GET HELP LOCATING A DRUG TREATMENT PROGRAM
Today, there are drug and alcohol treatment programs that are designed to focus on specific drug addicted groups such as pregnant/postpartum women. These rehab programs cater to the needs of their clients and they address specific issues that are unique just to them. Treatment facilities for pregnant/postpartum women commonly offer individualized programs that incorporate a fair amount of flexibility into their treatment protocol. This ensures that the client's specific needs are met while maintaining close medical supervision. Many life skills are also integrated into programs designed for pregnant/postpartum women. The most successful pregnant/postpartum rehabilitation facilities have integrated "household" chores (cleaning, cooking, etc.) into their curriculum so that taking care of their babies and small children goes more smoothly once they leave the rehab program.