A common drug used for inflammatory skin conditions may hold the key to treating both alcohol addiction and pain sensitivity. That’s what scientists at a leading research institute have found.

To our knowledge, this is the first comprehensive review to examine the role of α 2-agonists, including dexmedetomidine, in the treatment of alcohol withdrawal. The influence of noradrenergic ...

Not everybody gets withdrawal problems; that is true. If someone used substances briefly, or maybe in tiny amounts, they might not face this hard ordeal. But people who binge, use substances for a ...

The European agency has started a review of sodium oxybate to assess its use to treat alcohol withdrawal syndrome and support long-term abstinence.

FDA warns of severe itching risk when stopping long-term use of allergy medications cetirizine and levocetirizine, affecting quality of life for some users.

People who have been taking antidepressants for more than two years are substantially more likely to experience withdrawal symptoms compared to short-term users when they come off the medication ...

Ahead, we break down how long nicotine and its metabolites stay in your blood, urine, saliva, hair, and nails, as well as what factors influence that timeline and what to know about testing, quitting, ...

Deciding to stop drinking alcohol can lead to a cascade of significant changes throughout your body and mind. From the initial withdrawal period to the long-term benefits, abstaining from alcohol can ...

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - Health officials are bringing awareness to an issue that is common in Wisconsin. Acknowledging April is ’Alcohol Awareness Month‘, shining light on the risks many ...

Symptoms of alcohol-related dementia The symptoms of alcohol-induced neurocognitive disorders differ from person to person, and also depend on how much brain damage has been done and what areas ...

A therapist who treats phone addictions says the withdrawal symptoms people suffer are similar to those experienced by drug addicts.

Symptoms of alcohol withdrawal are a defining characteristic of AUD, typically peaking at around 72 hours after reducing or stopping prolonged, heavy alcohol consumption.