It is essential that we ensure the safety of both maternal and fetal health, rather than leaving it to chance. As a precaution, the risks of methadone and pregnancy must be carefully assessed to minimize any harm. Methadone is an opioid agonist used as an analgesic, mostly to replace natural opioids, especially in cases of…
The opioid crisis in America is the deadliest drug epidemic that has taken people’s lives for more than two decades. More than 111,000 people died from a drug overdose only in 2023, which exceeds the number of victims of car crashes and gunshots in the United States. What Drugs Are Considered as Opioids? Opioids are a class of…
Methadone is a common chronic pain management and opioid addiction treatment drug. Starting with the right methadone dose is crucial for fighting the addiction, along with other treatment options. Methadone is a drug that acts on the brain, causing neuronal changes; hence, it is highly addictive and has side effects. Even though it reduces substance…
Methadone is an opioid agonist that simulates the action of opioids in pain management. Methadone for pain can help to replace the use of opioids while conditioning the body to move away from opioid addiction. It can effectively relieve different types of pain including post-procedural, cancer-related, neuropathic, and nociceptive pain. The nature of pain meds…
Methadone overdose occurs when the medication exceeds the recommended dosage either accidentally or intentionally. Methadone is a long-acting opioid agonist commonly used with an individualistic program to treat opioid overdose and addiction. Its mechanism of action allows it to be effective for pain management, especially in individuals who need painkillers and are addicted to opioids….
Over 2.1 million people in the US and over 16 million people globally suffer from Opioid addiction. Comprehensive opioid addiction treatment might also involve the use of medications in these rehab centers and support from family and friends. Opioid overdose is responsible for over 120,000 and 47,000 deaths globally and in the United States respectively….
Overview Welcome to the official page of the Annual NAMA Recovery Conference! Join us as we explore the latest advancements in medication-assisted treatment (MAT), share success stories, and discuss strategies to overcome challenges in the journey toward recovery. This event brings together patients, healthcare providers, advocates, and policymakers to foster dialogue and drive positive change…
What is Narcotics Anonymous? Narcotics Anonymous (NA) is a nonprofit support group for people struggling with drug addiction. Available in cities across the US, NA hosts free regular meetings to provide a community for those seeking recovery. Founded in the 1950s, NA now hosts over 70,000 meetings globally Meetings utilize a 12-step program adapted from…
What is Narcotics Anonymous? Narcotics Anonymous (NA) is a nonprofit support group for people struggling with drug addiction. Available in cities across the US, NA hosts free regular meetings to provide a community for those seeking recovery. Founded in the 1950s, NA now hosts over 70,000 meetings globally Meetings utilize a 12-step program adapted from…
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a free peer support program for those struggling with alcohol addiction. Regular group meetings led by AA members are available throughout Sacramento to provide a supportive community and tools for achieving and maintaining sobriety. AA Meetings in Sacramento Sacramento Central Office Address: 1915 I St, Sacramento, CA 95811 Holds walk-in, speaker,…