OHIO PRESCRIPTION DRUG REHAB IN CINCINNATI

Opioids are prescribed to treat pain, which is why they’re commonly referred to as painkillers. Common opioids include codeine, morphine, oxycodone, and hydrocodone. In the 90s, doctors across the country prescribed opioids at a fast rate, and pharmaceutical companies maintained that their drugs weren’t addictive. Fast forward to today, and the U.S. is experiencing an ongoing opioid crisis that many organizations are labeling an epidemic.

2018 data reported that every day, around 128 people die from an opioid overdose in the United States. In 2017 alone, more than 47,000 people died from opioid overdose. Opioids are highly addictive, and they work to prompt the brain to release dopamine so users feel euphoric. Over time as people develop a tolerance, however, they tend to need more of the drug to feel the same high, which is how overdose can occur.

Stimulants are prescribed to stimulate the brain by triggering the release of chemicals related to focus, attention, or reward. These drugs also increase your blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate, giving your body an all-around boost. While popular stimulants like Adderall and Ritalin are used to treat conditions like depression, ADHD, and ADD, they are also one of the most abused prescription drugs. Adderall, for instance, is popular among students who abuse the drug in order to study longer and focus more on their schoolwork.

People who abuse stimulants often crush the pills and snort them to achieve more potent effects, but they can also raise your body temperature and even cause an uneven heartbeat. People with addiction also commonly suffer from vomiting, loss of appetite, agitation, and insomnia.

Central nervous system (CNS) depressants are prescription drugs that are designed to slow down activity in the brain and help users to feel mentally balanced. These drugs adjust the levels of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain to ease brain function. These drugs are typically prescribed to people dealing with mental conditions like anxiety or panic disorder, as well as sleep disorders.

These drugs include benzodiazepines like Valium, Xanax, and Klonopin, as well as barbiturates. Side effects commonly associated with depressant abuse include lowered blood pressure, slowed breathing, and poor concentration. If a user takes enough of a depressant to overdose, their breathing may slow or stop, resulting in hypoxia.

Cedar Oaks Wellness treats opioid, benzodiazepine, stimulant, and other prescription medication misuse.

Yes. Withdrawal can cause severe symptoms, and medical detox ensures safety and comfort.

Programs typically last 30–90 days depending on the drug and severity of use.

Cedar Oaks Wellness serves clients from Oregonia, Lebanon, Mason, West Chester, Kettering, Dayton, and Cincinnati.