Painkillers

Health 2023-08-15T11:09:31Z

A doctor reveals 5 things she would never do, which will save you money and stress

Dr. Raj Arora advised against five common health and wellness mistakes in a viral TikTok video.
Tech 2023-07-07T14:02:33Z

Tech execs are stressed out. Half are heavy drinkers and 45% take painkillers, a new study says.

High stress and job insecurity have many tech executives turning to alcohol and controlled substances to cope, a new survey says.
Entertainment 2023-01-07T19:32:43Z

Emma Corrin thought they were being 'attacked by bees' after taking 'really strong' painkillers while filming FX's 'Retreat'

Emma Corrin told British Vogue that they took painkillers after experiencing discomfort with their wisdom teeth on set.
Entertainment 2021-04-19T18:23:36Z

Ben Higgins says it was 'incredibly courageous' of 'Bachelorette' winner Zac Clark to open up about his drug addiction on the show

Ben Higgins was also addicted to painkillers in the past, but didn't talk about it during his season of "The Bachelor."
Entertainment 2021-04-02T19:49:51Z

'Bachelor' star Ben Higgins says talking about his past painkiller addiction isn't a ploy to stay relevant

"The Bachelor" star Ben Higgins told Insider he was addicted to painkillers for four years, taking up to seven Vicodin a day at one point.
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News 2021-03-05T23:26:32Z

A Long Island doctor has been charged with murder after prescribing painkillers to 5 patients already addicted to opioids

Prosecutors called the doctor a "serial killer," and said he prescribed drugs from his car, an abandoned Radio Shack, and a Dunkin' Donuts.
Health 2020-12-23T20:18:05Z

The difference between acetaminophen and ibuprofen and which one to take based on your ailment

Acetaminophen is an analgesic, which means it's great for pain relief, whereas ibuprofen is better at reducing inflammation and swelling.
Health 2020-12-03T18:26:54Z

5 major types of painkillers and how to take each safely

Painkillers like ibuprofen, acetaminophen, and prescription opioids work in different ways and can have side effects. Here's how to use them safely.
Entertainment 2020-09-26T15:27:35Z

Dax Shepard relapsed after being sober for 16 years and has since sought help, the actor said during his podcast

In an "Armchair Expert" podcast episode, Dax Shepard said he became addicted to Vicodin after he was prescribed the pills for an injury in August.
Politics 2019-10-21T17:43:00Z

4 healthcare firms just agreed to a $260 million deal to settle key opioids cases ahead of a trial

Between 1999 and 2017, more than 218,000 people in the US died from overdoses related to prescription opioids.
News 2019-06-06T16:23:28Z

An Ohio doctor faces 25 murder charges after prosecutors say he prescribed patients excessive amounts of painkillers, including fentanyl

William Husel, 43, turned himself in on Wednesday and pleaded not guilty to each charge. Each count yields a sentence of 15 years to life in prison.
News 2018-11-13T13:00:00Z

'Engineering overkill': A potent new drug '1,000 times stronger than morphine' is trying to solve a problem that doesn't exist, doctors say

The US recently approved a potent new opioid called Dsuvia that dissolves under the tongue. Doctors say it's unnecessary and ill-equipped to solve problems.
Science 2018-05-16T23:41:00Z

The first drug for opioid withdrawal has gotten the green light — and it targets risky symptoms that others ignore

Lofexidine, sold under the brand name Lucemyra, is the first drug of its kind to target the painful symptoms of opioid withdrawal, which can trigger a cycle of use, addiction, and overdose.
Science 2018-03-27T13:32:00Z

Prince died with 'exceedingly high' levels of a drug that's 30 times stronger than heroin in his system, according to a new report

A new report from the Associated Press confirms that fentanyl played a big role in Prince's death.
Science 2018-03-07T21:55:00Z

A deadly drug epidemic sweeping the US has caused ER visits for overdoses to jump 30%

Every year, thousands of patients receive a prescription for drugs ranging from morphine to fentanyl — and every year thousands of people die from an overdose.
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Science 2018-02-07T18:17:00Z

A mysterious supplement with a viral following has been officially declared an opioid by the FDA

"As the scientific data [has] clearly revealed, compounds in kratom make it so it isn’t just a plant — it’s an opioid," FDA commissioner Scott Gottlieb said.
News 2018-01-28T14:21:55Z

'We're treated like drug addicts': As America fights opioid addiction, the healthcare system is failing people who live with chronic pain

People living with chronic pain are feeling pressure. Some worry about having their dosages limited, while others have trouble getting alternatives.
Science 2018-01-20T00:55:00Z

Tom Petty died from a drug overdose involving painkiller Fentanyl

Fentanyl is a notoriously dangerous painkiller.
News 2018-01-17T05:30:00Z

Walmart is hoping a simple packet could help curb opioid misuse

Walmart said it will provide packets of DisposeRx, a powder that when combined with water turns opioid painkillers into a gel that can be thrown away.
Health 2018-01-09T12:07:00Z

Taking a lot of ibuprofen could mess with men's fertility — here's what you should know

They could end up with something called "compensated hypogonadism."
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