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For people living with a painful medical condition that disrupts their daily life, tramadol may seem like a life-saving medication, one that allows them to resume normal function. But tramadol is also considered an opioid analgesic, which means that there are several...

Ever since amphetamine was discovered in the early 1900s, its use has been marked by a duality in nature. On one hand, it has been used successfully in the treatment and management of certain medical disorders. On the other, it has been used recreationally for...

Prednisone helps treat a wide variety of ailments, making it a multipurpose medication. As with any prescription drug, however, there are certain precautions that must be taken to ensure the medication doesn’t cause any adverse effects or pose health risks. And, of...

Serious mental health conditions may require medication as part of the course of treatment. One of the most well-known of these medications is Prozac®, which is the popular brand of the generic drug fluoxetine. While there are other brands of fluoxetine on the market,...

Teens and young adults who want to get a quick high may try to find it in objects that are hiding in plain sight. Common household items stored in closets or medicine cabinets can be a gateway for a cheap, quick rush: glue, spray paint, cleaning products, and whipped...

For many people, the drug escitalopram is necessary to help them get through each day. Often referred to by its brand name Lexapro®, this medication is prescribed for people who struggle with depression or generalized anxiety disorder. Escitalopram works by changing...

In the 1970s, cocaine was the party drug of choice. The immediate, intense rush of euphoria that cocaine provided made it incredibly seductive—and incredibly popular. It wasn’t uncommon to see people “doing lines” (snorting powdered cocaine) in bathrooms at...

The rush of cocaine is immediate and impactful, and that intense surge of euphoria is what makes this illicit drug so alluring. But just as the high comes on relatively quickly, so does the let down. Even though the feeling of euphoria may pass quickly, how long does...

Adderall™ is one of the most commonly used drugs in the United States, with about 16 million prescriptions given to adults to treat conditions such as narcolepsy and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). How Does Adderall™ Work? When used properly, this...