Fentanyl Withdrawal Symptoms and Detox
Fentanyl is known to worsen the opioid crisis. However, not as many people understand the harshness of fentanyl withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms can make it challenging for individuals to seek help. Some people who get fentanyl for pain might depend on it physically and will face severe withdrawal symptoms when they try to stop. Not […]
Can You Die From Touching Fentanyl?
As more people become aware of the opioid and overdose crisis in the United States, there is one recurring question; can you die from touching fentanyl? Undoubtedly, fentanyl is a dangerous drug, but you cannot die simply from touching it. Being cautious about drugs and handling them with care is essential, but knowing the facts […]
Purple Heroin or Benzo Dope, Dangerous New Drug
As public health and law enforcement agencies focus on reducing fentanyl and opioids in the drug market, new drugs constantly appear to fill the demand. Purple heroin, or benzo dope, is the latest designer drug to make its way to the United States. Purple heroin first appeared in Europe and Canada but has already been […]
Drug Dealer Who Gave Deadly Fentanyl Pills to Mac Miller Pleads Guilty
On Monday, October 25, drug dealer Stephen Andrew Walter pled guilty to fentanyl distribution charges related to the accidental overdose death of Grammy-nominated rapper Mac Miller. Miller’s death came towards the end of a challenging year for him. Shortly after ending his two-year relationship with pop star Ariana Grande, he was charged with driving under […]
Fentanyl and Transdermal Patches: Uses, Side Effects, Dangers, and More
What Is Fentanyl? Fentanyl is a prescription drug for pain relief that is also made, sold, and used illegally. It is like morphine but up to 100 times more potent. Fentanyl is an incredibly powerful opioid. It has become the most widely used synthetic opioid in medical practice. Opioids are a family of drugs naturally […]