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health1 year ago

"Xanax Exposure in Adolescence Heightens Brain Sensitivity to Opioids"

A study on male mice found that adolescent exposure to alprazolam, commonly known as Xanax, increased sensitivity to opioids like morphine even after the drug exposure ceased. This highlights potential long-term consequences of using certain medications during critical developmental stages, particularly in adolescents. The research revealed lasting neurobiological changes in the brain's reward processing areas, indicating enhanced sensitivity to opiates. The study underscores the need for awareness of the dangers of long-term drug use during brain maturation and aims to better understand the neurobiological causes of drug addiction for developing more effective treatment strategies.

via PsyPost|
#adolescent-development#drug-addiction#health
health2 years ago

"Chicago Trio Hospitalized, One in Coma, Due to Counterfeit Xanax Overdose"

In Illinois, three young adults were hospitalized with severe medical issues after ingesting counterfeit Xanax pills that contained bromazolam, an unapproved "designer" benzodiazepine. They experienced symptoms such as elevated temperatures, seizures, and myocardial injury, leading to intensive care treatment. Two were discharged with lasting health effects, while the third's condition post-transfer is unknown. The presence of bromazolam in the illicit drug market is rising, with a significant increase in related deaths from 2021 to 2022, as reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health.

via WAND|
##bromazolam#drugsafety
health2 years ago

Understanding the Risks of Long-Term Xanax Use and the Importance of Tapering

A reader asks Dr. Keith Roach about the long-term risks of continued use of Xanax (alprazolam) for sleep. Dr. Roach highlights a recent study that suggests chronic use of benzodiazepines like Xanax can lead to neurological dysfunction, including low energy, difficulty concentrating, memory loss, and anxiety. He advises against suddenly discontinuing the medication and recommends a slow tapering process under medical supervision. Dr. Roach also suggests considering behavioral treatments, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, as a safer and more effective alternative for insomnia. In response to another question, he advises against fruit and vegetable supplements, emphasizing the importance of a balanced diet with fresh or frozen produce for optimal nutrition.

via OregonLive|
#benzodiazepines#fruit-and-vegetable-supplements#health
health2 years ago

"Questioning the Efficacy of a Common Anxiety Pill: A Closer Look"

A re-evaluation of trials and studies on the efficacy of Xanax, a commonly prescribed anxiety medication, has found that its effectiveness may have been exaggerated by approximately 40 percent due to publication bias. While still more effective than a placebo, the drug's efficacy was inflated in published studies. Only one out of the five trials reviewed by the FDA was deemed positive, raising questions about the drug's actual effectiveness. Xanax, a benzodiazepine, is known for its addictive nature and potential side effects. The study highlights the need for further examination of the drug's efficacy and raises concerns about its widespread use.

via Daily Mail|
#anxiety#benzodiazepines#efficacy
health2 years ago

"Controversial Findings Challenge Xanax's Efficacy in New Study"

A new study published in Psychological Medicine suggests that the widely prescribed sedative alprazolam (Xanax XR) may be less effective than previously believed, with publication bias potentially inflating its efficacy by over 40%. The research examined both published and unpublished data from five randomized controlled clinical trials reviewed by the FDA for alprazolam. Benzodiazepines, including Xanax, have been associated with clinical risks such as dependence, withdrawal, falls, and cognitive impairment. The study's findings raise questions about the effectiveness of Xanax and highlight the need for caution when prescribing benzodiazepines.

via SciTechDaily|
#benzodiazepines#efficacy#health
sports2 years ago

Ray Lewis III's Cause of Death Confirmed as Accidental Overdose.

Ray Lewis III, the 28-year-old son of NFL Hall of Fame linebacker Ray Lewis, died from an accidental drug overdose. He was found unresponsive and naked in a Florida hotel room, with a used needle and a blue pill identified as Xanax nearby. Despite the administration of Narcan, a drug used to treat overdoses, he could not be revived. The final determination of his cause of death will be left to a medical examiner.

via New York Daily News|
#accidental-overdose#drug-abuse#nfl
entertainment2 years ago

Aaron Carter's Cause of Death Revealed as Drug and Inhalant Overdose.

Aaron Carter's cause of death has been revealed as drowning in a bathtub from the effects of alprazolam and difluoroethane. His team shared that they tried to implement a plan to rehabilitate him, but outside influences and triggering dysfunctional relationships made it a challenge. Aaron's death was ruled an accident, and his reps noted that they don't believe the story ends here. Aaron died at the age of 34 on Nov. 5, and his twin sister Angel Carter honored him by co-hosting the Songs For Tomorrow benefit concert with Lance Bass.

via E! NEWS|
#aaron-carter#cause-of-death#drowning
entertainment2 years ago

Aaron Carter's Cause of Death Revealed as Drowning, Former Fiancée Questions Autopsy Results

Aaron Carter's former fiancée Melanie Martin questions the cause of his death after officials concluded that the late singer accidentally drowned in his bathtub from the effects of alprazolam and difluoroethane. Despite the coroner's findings, Melanie shared her reaction to the report by telling TMZ that the results of the autopsy are not closure for her and that the report only has them asking more questions. Aaron's rep previously confirmed that the former child star was found unresponsive in his Palmdale, Calif. home.

via E! NEWS|
#aaron-carter#autopsy#cause-of-death
entertainment2 years ago

Aaron Carter's cause of death confirmed as accidental drowning.

Singer and rapper Aaron Carter accidentally drowned in his bathtub due to a combination of sedatives and gas from inhalants, according to a coroner's report. The autopsy found alprazolam, commonly known as Xanax, and difluoroethane, a gas used in air spray cleaners, in his system. Carter had a history of substance abuse and inhalant abuse, and had recently relapsed. He began performing as a child in the 1990s and had a successful career, including opening for his brother's boy band, the Backstreet Boys.

via The Associated Press|
#aaron-carter#backstreet-boys#drug-abuse
entertainment2 years ago

Coroner confirms Aaron Carter's accidental drowning due to drug use.

Pop star Aaron Carter accidentally drowned in his bathtub due to the effects of sedatives and gas he had inhaled. The autopsy report revealed that alprazolam, commonly known as Xanax, was found in his system, along with compressed gas difluoroethane. Prescription bottles and cans of an electronic duster that he had used for inhaling were found by investigators. Carter, the younger brother of Backstreet Boys' Nick Carter, had a successful career in music, but also faced struggles with drugs and legal issues. He was found dead at his home in Lancaster, California, on 5 November.

via BBC|
#aaron-carter#accidental-drowning#backstreet-boys
entertainment2 years ago

Coroner Reveals Aaron Carter's Cause of Death as Accidental Drowning.

Aaron Carter, the Y2K-era pop teen idol, drowned after inhaling difluoroethane and taking alprazolam (a generic form of Xanax), according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner. The singer died on November 5, 2022, and his death has been ruled as an accident. Following his death, his brother Nick Carter started a fund to raise money for children's mental health wellness in his honor.

via Rolling Stone|
#aaron-carter#drowning#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

Aaron Carter's Cause of Death: Drowning and Substance Abuse.

Aaron Carter's autopsy report revealed that his death was caused by drowning and the effects of alprazolam, a generic form of Xanax, and inhaling difluoroethane. The manner of his death was ruled an accident. Carter had a history of mental health issues and addiction, and had enrolled in rehab for the fifth time in September 2022. He rose to fame as a child singer and actor, releasing several albums and appearing on TV shows before his death in November 2022.

via Variety|
#aaron-carter#difluoroethane#drowning
health2 years ago

Opioid Crisis Causes Prescription Denials for Xanax and Adderall Patients

Patients suffering from anxiety and sleep disorders are being denied prescriptions for medications such as Xanax and Adderall due to a cap on the number of controlled substances that pharmacies are allowed to dispense, as part of a 2021 settlement with three of the nation’s largest pharmaceutical manufacturers over the opioid epidemic. Pharmacists are being forced to turn away patients who rely on prescription medications, and some are sent to independent pharmacies that haven’t yet reached the threshold on how many orders they can fill. The cap is affecting the ability of independent pharmacists to aid those who are suffering from attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and were prescribed drugs such as Concerta and Ritalin.

via New York Post |
#adderall#health#opioid-settlement