Restoring Energy After Opioid Withdrawal
I heard from Ken yesterday. Ken completed an Accelerated Opiate Detox with us about 5 weeks earlier. The burden lifted from his shoulders is immense. He told me he wakes up with the freedom of knowing he can be like a “normal” human. He can drink coffee, take a...
Freakin’ Fentanyl
Oscar* is 26 years old, has a girlfriend of five years and a one-year-old son. He has worked for a well-known delivery company for the better part of four years and has excellent insurance and benefits. Several months ago, he was physically dependent on fentanyl. When...
What Is Lean? 5 Things to Know About “Purple Drank”
An opioid-based drink called “lean” has skyrocketed in popularity among teens and young adults in recent years, with one study suggesting that nearly seven percent of college-aged students have tried the concoction. Also known as “purple...
How Long Do Opioids Stay In Your System?
Opioids encompass a wide range of substances, including powerful prescription medications like fentanyl, oxycodone and hydrocodone, as well as illicit drugs such as heroin or street fentanyl. Each opioid has unique characteristics, including varying half-lives and...
