Are Opioid Drugs Worth the Pain.

A recent article in Fortune Magazine, November 2011, questions whether Purdue Pharma’s OxyContin - a leading brand name for prescription pain killlers sold in North America, is worth the pain it causes in terms of side effects and opioid addiction. As always the problem looms, if not OxyContin –...

OxyContin Drug Abuse in Toronto, Ontario

OxyContin drug abuse in Toronto is alarming. There is no one in Toronto not touched in some way by the damage and harm caused by abuse of this prescription narcotic. In March 2011, the Montreal Gazette, reports that there are more deaths from OxyContin abuse in North America than from HIV. A study published...

Are All the Different Pain Killers that Contain Oxycodone Addictive?

All the different pain killers that contain oxycodone are potentially addictive. OxyContin (Oxy), Percocet, Percodan, and Tylox all contain oxycodone which is a neuroactive drug. All drugs cause changes in normal body function. Pain killers such as oxycodone that interfere with normal levels of neural...

Canadian Addicts and Their Problems Related to Anxiety

Canadian officials are finding out that social anxiety problems range from those  introverted individuals to the social butterflies. Either extreme side of the spectrum can have a negative effect on an individual’s life. These psychological problems can be greatly maximized through the use of drugs. They...

Canada’s Newest Craze; Morphine!

Morphine, a highly addictive narcotic, is very intense, as well as dangerous. It is white in color and is usually crystallized in texture. This drug affects the central nervous system. Its adverse reactions include some of the following: Reduces one’s sex drive, Relieves pain, Creates a state of...

Morphine is Fast Becoming More Popular in Canada

Morphine, at one time, was a popular and widely used illicit drug. The crackdown on Morphine users in Canada led to its decrease, however it is now returning to the Canadian streets more intense and powerful than ever! Morphine, a narcotic agent, is the main component of opium. Its use is intended for...

The Impact of the Entertainment Industry on the Drug Population

Drugs have been a part of the Hollywood scene for many years. Pictures of celebrities have made some fans feel  the abuse of drugs is needed in order to be “rich and famous”! A picture here and there was enough to tease the fans, however due to today’s advanced technology; videos on “You Tube” can...

Canada’s Illicit Drugs: Oxycontin vs. Heroin

Canada is having a problem reducing the use of its opiates: Oxycontin and heroin. They are similar in that they produce analogous effects and/ highs. Both can be sniffed, or shot, whichever is preferred. However, they are different in the ways that they are packaged. Oxycontin, known as the Hillbilly heroin,...

Oxycontin is a Popular Drug in the Canadian Provinces

Oxycodone, better known as Oxy, has an opiate effect making it a highly addictive drug. It is available in 3 forms, such as oral, regular, and controlled. About six years ago, a longer lasting version of Oxycodone, better known as, “oxycontin” was made available and was added to the market. It was time...

The Abuse of Oxycontin in Canada

The abuse and misuse of Oxycontin is an ongoing problem in Canada. This powerful drug is hooking many Canadian individuals, partly due to the past leniency of obtaining it. In the past doctors too freely prescribed “Oxy” for moderate to severe pain, resulting in a fast addiction.”Oxycontin” should...