Big Pharma’s Big Lies: Why Painkiller Addiction Is at Epidemic Levels in the US
Oxycodone addiction has become a massive problem in the US, and the drug manufacturer appears to be largely to blame.
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1 in 3 Antibiotics Prescribed in US Are Unnecessary, Study Finds
At least 30 percent of antibiotics prescribed in the United States are not necessary, according to a new study.
Continue reading →From Proscribed to Prescribed: Party Drug Is One Step Closer to Medical Use
Commonly known party drug MDMA is showing true promise as a treatment for PTSD and may be an approved prescription drug in five years.
Continue reading →Antidepressants May DOUBLE Risk of Suicide and Aggression in Young People
Dangerous and Common: What You Need to Know About Adderall Abuse
Accumulating evidence suggests that millions of Americans are abusing Adderall, and the consequences could be deadly.
Continue reading →Party Drug May Offer Hope for Depression, Bipolar Disorder, and PTSD
Could ketamine, also known as the party drug “Special K,” offer hope for those with mood disorders or PTSD?
Continue reading →Some Antidepressants Linked to Increased Risk of Mania and Bipolar Disorder
Taking certain antidepressants for depression is linked to a heightened risk of subsequent mania and bipolar disorder, according to a new study.
Continue reading →Antidepressant Use During Pregnancy Linked to Increased Autism Risk
Using antidepressants during pregnancy, specifically selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, greatly increases the risk of autism, a new study shows.
Continue reading →ADHD Medications Linked to Sleep Troubles in Children, Study Finds
A new research review has found that medications commonly used to treat ADHD may reduce the quantity and quality of sleep for many children taking the drugs.
Continue reading →Researchers Urge Caution in Use of Popular ADHD Medication
A team of independent researchers warns that doctors should take caution in prescribing the drug methylphenidate, commonly known by the brand name Ritalin, for children and adolescents with ADHD.
Continue reading →Antidepressant Studies Corrupted by Pharmaceutical Company Influence, Analysis Shows
A recent analysis of studies on antidepressant research shows hidden conflicts of interest and financial ties to drug manufacturers.
Continue reading →Antidepressants Linked to Violent Behavior in Young People, Study Shows
A recent study revealed some disturbing information about the class of antidepressants called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs): their use is modestly associated with violent crime.
Continue reading →Disturbing Truth About Paxil Revealed: Drug Is NOT Safe for Teens
A major reanalysis of tens of thousands of original research documents has revealed that paroxetine (Paxil) is not only ineffective for teens with depression – the drug is not safe for adolescents.
Continue reading →Antidepressant Drug Research Has a Problem, Study Says
A new study revealed that research studies for new antidepressant medications do not evaluate the effectiveness of the drugs on the general population.
Continue reading →Taking Antidepressants? Be VERY Careful With These Common Painkillers
Combining antidepressants and a commonly used over-the-counter painkiller can have dangerous side effects, according to a recent study.
Continue reading →My Take on Prescription Drug “Treatments” for Anxiety & Depression
Learn about the different types of depression and anxiety medications. Find alternative anxiety treatment options.
Continue reading →Antidepressants: Are They Safe for Children and Teens?
In the last few years, concerns over whether or not antidepressants are safe for use by children and teens have gained the spotlight in the public consciousness. These concerns are mainly tied to reports that certain antidepressants increase the risk of suicidal thinking and suicide attempts in some children and teens. What are the real risks when using antidepressants in children and teens?
Continue reading →Clonazepam Fact Sheet
lonazepam is a benzodiazepine derivative and a highly potent amnestic, anticonvulsant and anxiolytic. It is marketed by Roche in the US as Klonopin, and as Rivotril in Europe, Canada, South America, and Australia.
Continue reading →Tricyclic Antidepressant Drugs – Information Sheet
Initially used for treatment of psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia, it proved insufficient, but through clinical trials its antidepressant qualities became evident.
Continue reading →Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRI) Information Sheet
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors are a class of antidepressants used for the treatment of depression.
Continue reading →Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) Information Sheet
Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors are a class of antidepressants used for the treatment of depression and other affective disorders.
Continue reading →Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor (MAOI) Information Page
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors are a class of antidepressants used for the treatment of depression.
Continue reading →Methylphenidate Information Sheet
Methylphenidate (MPH) is an amphetamine-like prescription central nervous system (CNS) stimulant normally used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Continue reading →Benzodiazepine Information Sheet
What is benzodiazepine?
Benzodiazepine is a chemical compound commonly used to treat anxiety, to produce sedation, or as a muscle relaxant.
Continue reading →Amphetamine Information Sheet
Amphetamine, also known as ‘speed,’ is a synthetic stimulant used to suppress the appetite, control weight, and treat disorders like narcolepsy and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
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