Tag Archives: Opioid

Health Care, Medical Care, Opioid, Symptoms

Opioid Side Effects: Short-term and Long-term Impact on the Body

Posted on by yun
29
Aug

Constipation is a common complaint, but the effects are wide-ranging and can be severe. Similar to any medication, whether prescribed or not, opioids are associated with a range of potential side effects. What sets opioids apart from many other commonly used medications is their propensity to induce strong addiction. This distinctive characteristic underscores the possibility […]

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Addiction, drugs, Medical Care, Opioid

8 Signs and Symptoms of Opioid Overdose and What to do?

Posted on by yun
27
Aug

If a person shows these signs, consider it an emergency and act quickly. Prescription opioids such as oxycodone and hydrocodone, along with synthetic variants like fentanyl, are legally available, while illicit opioids like heroin are obtained illegally. Despite their varying side effects, a common peril unites all opioids: the potential for overdose. Between 2021 and […]

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Medical Care, Opioid, Pain

CDC Releases New Prescription Opioid Guidelines for Treating Pain

Posted on by yun
14
Aug

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released new guidelines for prescribing opioid painkillers, aiming to provide more flexible and individualized approaches to pain care. The guidelines no longer include a recommended ceiling for opioid dosage and encourage healthcare providers to consider non-opioid therapies as the first line of treatment. The revised guidelines […]

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