What Are Blood Thinners? Despite their name, blood thinners don’t thin the blood. Instead, they help blood flow smoothly through the blood vessels, which prevents blood clots that can lead to heart attack and stroke. They have often been prescribed for people with the heart condition atrial fibrillation, which causes the heart to beat faster and […]
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Anabolic Steroids Addiction
What are Anabolic Steroids? Anabolic steroids, officially known as anabolic-androgenic steroids, are a group of synthetic substances that mimic the naturally occurring hormone testosterone. Originally developed to treat medical conditions in which individuals did not naturally produce sufficient testosterone for growth and development, these performance-enhancing drugs have become virtually synonymous with their contemporary use and […]
Cannabis Psychosis – Signs, Causes, Treatment
When cannabis psychosis occurs, it leads to various symptoms where a person loses contact with reality. The most frequent signs include intense paranoia and mistrust of others, combined with hallucinations and delusions of grandiosity. Their thought processes and emotions typically become muddled and chaotic, making it hard for others to understand them. These distressing symptoms […]
Can You Drink Alcohol While on Ritalin?
Can You Drink Alcohol While on Ritalin? When used together, Ritalin(methylphenidate) and alcohol make a dangerous and potentially lethal cocktail, even in low doses. This is because alcohol changes how Ritalin works, and Ritalin masks some of the effects of alcohol. This article is for you if: Ritalin and Alcohol, Key Facts Mixing Ritalin & […]
Can You Overdose On Weed? Understand The Signs
Unlike other substances such as cocaine or heroin, cannabis rarely causes fatal overdoses. However, inexperienced users may quickly unknowingly consume too much, resulting in unpleasant and sometimes serious side effects. People often think that cannabis is harmless. While it may not have the same risks as opioid overdose or overdosing on other harder drugs, it […]
Can You Overdose on Ritalin (Methylphenidate)?
A Ritalin (methylphenidate) overdose is a medical emergency. It is also often a sign of addiction, meaning the user is at risk of overdosing again. If you experiment with Ritalin, think you might be addicted to it, or know someone who might be, it is important to know what to do in the event of […]
Chronic Pain Medication & Addiction Rehab
Living With Chronic Pain and Addiction For many people, prescription painkillers are first prescribed to manage genuine, long-term pain. But over time, reliance on these medications can turn into addiction, leaving patients caught between two fears: At Castle Craig, we specialise in helping patients break free from painkiller dependence while still finding safe, effective ways […]
Cocaine Drug Facts
About Cocaine Cocaine is created from a paste extracted from the leaves of the coca bush found in South America. The ‘street drug’ is a mixture of this pure substance and other ingredients such as talcum powder, flour, laxatives, sugar and anaesthetics. These cutting agents are added to increase a dealer’s supply. Cocaine, also known […]
Cocaine Induced Psychosis
Cocaine and Psychosis What is Cocaine-Induced Psychosis? Cocaine-induced psychosis occurs when a person experiences the symptoms of psychosis during or after cocaine use. These symptoms all revolve around users losing touch with reality: they may feel increasingly paranoid, hallucinate sensations, or become uncharacteristically aggressive or violent. Cocaine works by triggering your brain’s reward system. When […]
Cocaine Overdose
Cocaine Overdose: How to Help This page explains how much cocaine can cause an overdose, the signs and symptoms of cocaine overdose and what to do in the case of a cocaine overdose. How much cocaine causes an overdose? Cocaine overdose is difficult to define, because there are so many factors that are involved. In […]
Codeine Addiction: Codeine Overdose & Dangers
Are you worried you, or someone you care about, is currently experiencing a codeine overdose? This article will talk you through what happens during an overdose, what to do, and what treatment you can expect to receive. It’s important to note that codeine is both a prescription drug and addictive, so in some cases people […]
Codeine Withdrawal Symptoms, Timeline and Treatment
Codeine is a prescription painkiller that can be highly addictive, and dependence can sometimes develop without the person realising. When regular use stops, withdrawal symptoms can occur, ranging from physical discomfort to emotional distress. Understanding these effects is key to managing them safely and effectively. If you or someone you care about is taking codeine […]