Facts
- Studies indicate that elevated levels of serum C-reactive protein (CRP), a protein associated with inflammation, in cocaine abusers is associated with endothelial abnormalities and coronary artery calcification; factors known to contribute to heart disease.
- How many drug withdrawal symptoms an individual experiences, how long they last and how severe they are can vary from person to person.
- The patent for Ambien expired in 2007 and individuals can now be prescribed an inexpensive generic version of the medication, referred to simply as Zolpidem.
- Chronic use of opioids can result in tolerance, which means that users must take higher doses to achieve the same effects. Long-term use also can lead to physical dependence and addiction; withdrawal can occur when an individual discontinues use of the dr
South Carrollton - Persons with HIV/AIDSDrug addiction will take its toll on even the healthiest people. When persons in South Carrollton with HIV/AIDS abuse drugs and alcohol it can take a deadly toll on them. Since they suffer with a decreased immune system, anything as simple as the typical cold can become a hazardous sickness. They expose themselves to other deadly infections too: Hepatitis C, pneumonia and tuberculosis just to list a few. Entering a drug rehabilitation program that specializes in treating persons with HIV/AIDS is needed. The addicted person will be in a position to regain their sobriety and increase their quality of life immensely. Science today has been able to produce many medications that not only help individuals with HIV/AIDS but make their life healthier and longer.