Naloxone, also known by the brand name Narcan, is one of the most important drugs in the United States' fight against the ...

Opioids and stimulants are distinct drug classes: opioids are pain relievers that depress the nervous system, while stimulants increase alertness and energy levels. Opioids act as potent pain ...

Scrolling through TikTok, Dash* came across a video about the opioid reversal drug naloxone, and the government scheme that makes it available for free in Australia. The 22-year-old student from ...

When you have a mild headache or muscle ache, an over-the-counter pain reliever is usually enough to make you feel better. But if your pain is more severe, your doctor might recommend something ...

A drug called buprenorphine may be the best tool doctors have to fight the fentanyl crisis. Why hasn’t it been more widely adopted? A dose of buprenorphine, an opioid that can help treat addiction to ...

A major breakthrough in our understanding of pain has been revealed in a collaborative study led by a Leeds scientist, opening the door to new ways of tackling long term pain without harmful and ...

Opioid antagonists are medications people can take to treat opioid use disorder. They help by reducing withdrawal symptoms, addressing cravings, and managing overdoses. Doctors prescribe opioid ...

Nausea, sweating, and diarrhea are just some of the possible symptoms of opioid withdrawal. How soon those symptoms start and how long they last can vary by person, but the general opioid withdrawal ...

Kratom products are sold online and at smoke shops and gas stations, like this one in Lone Tree, Colo. Credit: Amanda Mascarelli photo CT Mirror’s independent, nonprofit journalism depends on reader ...

Opioids are not stimulants. They are a class of medications primarily used for pain relief. Opioids and stimulants are two different classes of medications that address different needs. Doctors ...