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Vicodin For Alcohol Withdrawal
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Does Xanax (alprazolam) work for alcohol withdrawal symptoms?
Not a good idea: While Xanax (alprazolam) could help with some symptoms, it is never used this way in a medical setting. Xanax (alprazolam) is short acting and one of the most addictive benzodiazipines. It itself has the highest risk of seizures if withdrawaling from it. Since not doctor who is familar with treating alcohol withdrawal would use it, i suspect you are trying to withdrawal yourself. Don't do it find a qualified physician. ...Read more
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Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome (Definition)
A set of symptoms experienced when one reduces or stops alcohol consumption after prolonged periods ...Read more
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Can i take Xanax (alprazolam) for alcohol withdrawal?
Not recommended: The best thing is to seek help for alcohol withdrawal, which can be dangerous. Check with your doctor and get her/his recommendations for withdrawal treatment. Xanax (alprazolam) doesn't last as long in the body as valium or librium, and there could be a risk of seizures if it wears off and the alcohol withdrawal breaks through. Don't try this at home! ...Read more
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Will oxazepam work for marijuana withdrawal like it would for alcohol withdrawal?
Not really: Oxazepam is and benzodiazepine and works on gaba receptors. Marijuana has its own receptors. On the other hand, marijuana withdrawal, if such exists, might present with anxiety and Oxazepam will help for that. If you say you're withdrawing from marijuana, where you depressed to begin with? ...Read more
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Can I use vicodin for Paxil (paroxetine) withdrawal headache?
No: I would not recommend using an potentially addictive drug to ease a side effect of withdrawal from another drug. Not sure if you are working with your doc on tapering schedule or not, if you are may need to slow it down. Discuss with doctor, there may be other options. For some of my patients i've had success putting on Prozac to wean off paxil, (paroxetine) then wean off prozac. It's longer half life helps. ...Read more
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Is vivitrol effective for alcohol and opiate addiction?
Yes: In my experience Vivitrol can be very effective for treatment of alcohol and opiate addiction. But Vivitrol alone is the answer. Motivation is the first key followed by working closely with a doctor who treats addiction on a regular basis, in consuling program. ...Read more
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Any advice for heavy opiate withdrawal?
See below: Go to a drug addiction specialist. They are the best trained to deal with your problems. ...Read more
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How is narcotic abuse, dependence, withdrawal or intoxication self-diagnosed?
Easy...: If you are taking more than prescribed, then you are abusing. If you can't stop taking the medication, then you are dependent. Dependence is not necessarily a negative thing however, as you may depend on a medication for relief to function normally. ...Read more
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Can u use Xanax (alprazolam) to prevent alcohol withdrawal seizures?
Alcoholism: Although Xanax (alprazolam) has been prescribed to prevent seizures, Alcohol withdrawal should be managed by a physician. If there is concern for withdrawal seizures then there is concern for alcoholism and its many complications and it is in your best interest to discuss your concerned with your family physician. ...Read more
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Fioricet with codeine (acetaminophen butalbital caffeine and codeine) on drug test, will I pass?
No: it contains, obviously, codeine which will show up as an opiate (and is also metabolized into morphine). It also contains a barbiturate, bultalbital, which will also show up as positive. I would worry more about using drugs when you are subject to drug testing, and the level of severity of your drug problem, as you do about getting caught. ...Read more
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How much time can alcohol and Xanax (alprazolam) withdrawal last?
Withdrawls: Depends on the amount you imbibe with generosity of added Xanax (alprazolam). I don't want to scare you, but these withdrawals are very serious with 15 per cent mortality rate. Takes about 72 to 96 hours after your last drink to get whooping. All kind of visuals, green people, snakes, shadow boxing and then high incidence of Seizures Xanax (alprazolam), the evil mother will start earlier Don't do it at home. Hospit ...Read more
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Is Fiorinal (aspirin butalbital and caffeine) w Codeine dangerous, or just addictive?
Fiorinal (aspirin butalbital and caffeine): Fiorinal (aspirin butalbital and caffeine) actually contains 3 drugs that can be addictive codeine a narcotic, butalbital a barbiturate and caffeine all of which may become addictive it also contains aspirin which has its own dangers Care should be taken when used frequently ...Read more
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What over-the-counter items can ease withdrawal from fioricet with codeine (acetaminophen butalbital caffeine and codeine)?
No OTC meds.: There are no otc meds that will help with withdrawal symptoms from narcotics. You should see your doctor as soon as possible. ...Read more
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Can alcohol or drug addiction person take this Valium medication.?
Valium and alcohol: Sounds like you may be taking valium on your own that is not prescribed for you . If that's the case then no one can comment . In any event if you are taking it as prescribed i hope the prescriber knows about your addictions. The bottom line is it can potentially be very dangerous depending on your history and your metabolism met the built -valium can be deadly with alcohol. ...Read more
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Can taking tramadol stop alcoholism?
Probably not: I have seen no research that would support this. ...Read more
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Can klonopin (clonazepam) help with vicodin withdrawals?
No: both are dependence producing, they are in different families and do not help withdrawal of each other. there are seperate routines for managing withdrawal from each family. ...Read more
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I have adderall, xanax, (alprazolam) alcohol, and nicotine addiction - how best to quit?
Multiple addictions: To begin with you mentioned two legitimate therapeutic drugs and then two social drugs that you're addicted to. Booze ; nicotine are both serious addictions but both have very different approaches. Too much to go into here. Adderall and xanax (alprazolam) are very different drugs. If they're being prescribed legitimately you need to talk to your doctor and be honest. Good luck again much too much cover. ...Read more
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How can I safely detox from fioricet with codeine (acetaminophen butalbital caffeine and codeine)?
Need medical help: You will need to reduce the dose slowly and at the same time initiated some other non addictive preventive treatment for migraine such as topiramate or topamax or a beta blocker with the use of a triptan such as Imitrex (sumatriptan) for acute attacks. You may need something for anxiety as you withdraw from the barbituric component of fioricet. ...Read more
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Can I drink non-alcoholic beer while taking fioricet (acetaminophen butalbital and caffeine)?
100% non-alcohol?: If it is absolutely alcohol free - there's no problem. If it's merely low alcohol - there might be so be certain. Make sure no one you drink with doesn't understand how very important it is - sometimes friends just think you're being too careful and will try to pass one on you. Be clear about it and you'll be ok. ...Read more
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Will methadone help with Ultram withdrawal?
No: It will make it worse. Ultram is one of the weakest opiods, Methadone is many fold more potent and withdrawal from it is more severe. ...Read more
Hydrocodone And Acetaminophen (Definition)
Hydrocodone|acetaminophen is a narcotic combination for pain which is a ...Read more
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