Halcion, a prescription drug also known by its generic name, Triazolam, is used to treat insomnia. It is meant to be used on a short-term basis only. This medication belongs to the benzodiazepine (“benzo”) classification of drugs, which means that it is a tranquilizer. Effects of Halcion Over time, a person who is taking this drug to help fall asleep or stay asleep may need to take a higher Halcion
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Benzodiazepines or “benzos” are some of the most commonly prescribed medications in the United States. They act like a tranquilizer and affect most parts of the body. While they are very effective, they can also cause dependency that leads to addiction. If a family member or loved one has been taking benzodiazepine and is showing signs of addiction, it’s important that you encourage them to get help. It can be
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Lorazepam (which is sold under the name Ativan) is a form of benzodiazepine that is used to treat anxiety and a number of other conditions. It has some of the same chemical components that are included in Valium, Xanax and Klonopin. Although it has fewer interactions with other medications than the drugs in its class, Lorazepam addiction is a common side effect of the drug. It can occur after just
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Norco is a prescription pain killer that supplies the body with opiates in order to reduce pain. The drug is made of hydrocodone and acetaminophen. Acetaminophen, the main active ingredient in Tylenol, is a much less potent pain killer and is used as an activating agent in Norco to make the hydrocodone more effective. Although it’s normally prescribed for physical pain, patients can become dependent due to physical pain, emotional
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