Can You Take Gabapentin With Tramadol?
15Jun
04Apr
Are Drugs Legal in New Mexico?
A Guide to the Reality of Controlled Substances in New Mexico
The question “are drugs legal in New Mexico” can have many answers, depending on the type of drugs in question and the context in which they are being used. Controlled substances are scheduled by the DEA from 1 to 4 based...
27Dec
What is the Hardest Drug to Quit?
My Personal Experiences in Quitting and the Toughest Drugs to Leave Behind
Drug and alcohol addiction is a crippling situation no matter who the user is. No matter what the drug, when you suffer from an active addiction, you are at the mercy of the drug. Nothing else matters. So what are...
07Oct
What is the Heroin Capital of New Mexico?
Historic Heroin Hubs and the Rise of Fentanyl in New Mexico
With the potential fourth wave of a crippling opioid epidemic bearing down on New Mexico in the form of xylazine-laced fentanyl - more specifically in Albuquerque, it’s easy to forget about the roots of the struggles of heroin abuse in...
21Aug
Does Methadone Cause Weight Gain?
Participating In Medication Assisted Treatment While Maintaining a Healthy Weight
There’s one issue that is grossly underaddressed in the recovery industry and certainly lacks a voice of guidance with regard to preventative measures. But spend five minutes conversing with clients at a methadone treatment center, and you’ll quickly find out one...
31Jul
Does Methadone Get in Your Bones?
Looking at Myths and Realities of Methadone and Its Alternatives
You may have heard the myth or even thought it was proven. But is it really a fact: does methadone get in your bones? This is an important question for anyone who is considering using methadone to minimize their withdrawal symptoms. Those...
25Jun
Is Skin Picking Self Harm?
Get an Understanding of Skin Picking and Support to Quit at Icarus
Is skin-picking self-harm? This question is often presented by family members and loved ones of those who suffer from a form of obsessive-compulsive disorder, often accompanied by substance abuse. Skin-picking disorder is a complex, deep-rooted psychological behavior that's defined...
17Jun
Failed a DISA Drug Test? What May Happen Next and How to Respond
Get Information and Support for Return to Duty at Icarus Today
A failed DISA-related drug test can affect job eligibility, site access, or safety-sensitive work status, but the exact consequences depend on the employer’s policy, the DISA program involved, and whether DOT rules apply to your role. In many cases, workers need...
06Jun
Drugs that Cause Skin Picking and Sores
A Guide to Substance Use and Skin Picking Disorders
Skin picking is an unfortunate side effect that makes the effects of potent drugs more visible. The best way to stop skin-picking disorders is to eliminate drug abuse. However, you may wonder whether your substance use is really the cause. Let's get...
26Apr
What to Do if Someone Overdoses?
