Facts
- The number of Americans receiving specialty treatment for a problem with nonmedical pain reliever use more than doubled between 2002 and 2010, from 199,000 to over 400,000.
- The acetaminophen is added to Lortab to provide increased pain relief and to discourage recreational use of the drug, as high doses of acetaminophen can cause potentially fatal liver toxicity.
- There are around 25 brands of alcoholic beverages which contain a combination of alcohol, caffeine, and other stimulants which are sold in a variety of U.S. retail alcohol outlets, including many convenience stores.
- The risk of overdose and liver damage is especially high when individuals mix Vicodin with alcohol or other substances.
Little Deer Isle - Halfway HouseA halfway house is an option for a recovering drug addict that is looking for additional support once they have completed a drug rehab program. It is a setting where they can be surrounded by like-minded persons who are going through the same experience they are, recovering from drug or alcohol addiction. When you choose to live at a halfway house (also known as sober living or recovery house) you will be expected to maintain your sobriety. usually there will be additional rules that you will need to adhere to in order to maintain your residence at the halfway house. You may be expected to attend meetings and be subjected to random drug tests to confirm your sobriety.