John McLean, Author at Detox Plus Rehab Clinics UK
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Addiction Treatment Centres

Our approach to addiction treatment involves arranging personalised programs and therapies that rely on up-to-date clinical research. Tailored to each individual's needs, addiction therapies are rooted in the latest clinical research, and patients can receive support for their addiction as....
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Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Kent

About rehab clinics in Kent Thinking it's time for Rehab? You may be beginning to get that urge to move towards sobriety but don't know where to start. Detox Plus can help you find drug and alcohol Rehab in Kent....
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Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Shropshire

About rehab clinics in Shropshire We can offer you a full range of rehab treatments throughout the Shropshire area. All the rehabs that Detox Plus work with are experienced professionals in the industry for many years working with various addictions.....
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Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Cambridgeshire

Getting Help for Addiction & Substance Abuse in Cambridgeshire Meeting that moment of needing to move away from addiction can be intimidating. Then there is the inevitable bewildering spot of not knowing where to go or what to do to....
Two women in a counseling session at an alcohol rehab center in Berkshire.

Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Berkshire

Getting Help for Addiction & Substance Abuse in Berkshire The main aim of drug and alcohol rehab in Berkshire is to provide you with a private setting designed to relax you as much as possible. At the same time, you....
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Mixing Viagra and Cocaine

Mixing Viagra and Cocaine: Side Effects and Risks Mixing viagra, a prescription drug that helps to counteract the effects of erectile dysfunction, and cocaine is not uncommon. However, this potent mix increases your chances of suffering from dangerous side effects,....
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Alcohol and Amoxicillin: is it safe?

It is safe to drink small amounts of alcohol with the antibiotic amoxicillin. However, moderation is key. Alcohol will not stop an antibiotic from doing its job, but it can increase unwanted side effects and lead to antibiotic resistance. Drinking....
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Zapain (Co-codamol)

The opioid medication Zapain is commonly prescribed for moderate to severe pain. Zapain contains two key ingredients, Paracetamol and Codeine phosphate- which make co-codamol.  What is Zapain used for? Zapain is the brand name for this prescription-strength co-codamol. It comprises....
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Alcohol and Antibiotics

Most people think that mixing alcohol and antibiotics will stop the antibiotics from working. While avoiding alcohol when taking a course of anti-bacterial medication is a good idea, in most cases, alcohol won't reduce its effectiveness. Many antibiotics will have....
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Christian Rehabs

Christian rehabs: How they work and how to find one Among the many different types of drug and alcohol rehab available in the UK, some are Christian rehabs. Christian rehabilitation centres focus on helping people recover from addiction by applying....
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How Long Does Weed (Cannabis) Stay In Your System?

The length of time that cannabis stays in your system varies and is dependent on personal use and other influencing factors. Generally, the longer you have smoked pot and the higher the frequency and stronger the strain, the longer it....
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Drug & Alcohol Rehab in Liverpool

If you or a loved one are struggling with an addiction, choosing the right centre for drug and alcohol rehab in Liverpool can prove stressful. Struggling with a drug or alcohol addiction can leave you feeling alone, hopeless and lost,....
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Luxury Rehab Centres

A luxurious addiction rehab centre is where addiction can be healed using advanced holistic addiction treatment methods. You will find luxury rehab clinics in the UK and abroad, with many offering a locally appropriate hotel-style experience.  An environment of comfort,....
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Librium for Alcohol Withdrawal

Librium is one of the most common alcohol detox medications in the UK and is used to reduce withdrawal symptoms, rest and recovery. Learn more about Librium: how it works, how to use it and what the potential side effects....
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Klonopin (Clonazepam) Addiction

What is Klonopin Klonopin is a well-known name for the benzodiazepine drug Clonazepam. Klonopin is a prescription-only medicine in the UK. This prescription drug is most commonly used for the treatment of acute anxiety and the prevention of seizures.  It....
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Drug & Alcohol Rehab in Scotland

Finding a Rehab in Scotland If you are looking for a drug and alcohol rehab in Scotland, we can help. We can offer residential care in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Inverness and Stirling. Scotland is a beautiful country known for its....
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Drug & Alcohol Rehab in Birmingham

If you or a loved one are looking for help with drug or alcohol addiction in Birmingham, we can help. Detox Plus UK specialises in providing and locating effective addiction rehabilitation programs in and around Birmingham. Addiction Rehabilitation in Birmingham....
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Spice Addiction

Spice Addiction - What You Need To Know The idea of synthetic marijuana was popular, serving as a method for people to use cannabis without facing any legal repercussions. The tricky thing was that synthetic marijuana, known under several different....
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Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Leicestershire

Breaking an addiction is complex; people don't have to go through it alone. If you are one of the individuals who struggle with addiction, this article will help you learn more about Leicester rehab options.  Rehab aims to help you....
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GHB (Gamma hydroxybutyric acid)

Usually, our attention is only drawn to this drug, known as Gamma hydroxybutyric acid, when it is related to a sinister sex offence. Yes, it is true that, sadly GHB (also referred to as a “date rape” drug) can be....
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Flakka Addiction & Abuse

Flakka is a designer drug with extremely powerful stimulants and psychoactive effects. Flakka addiction and abuse can cause its users to become violent, psychotic and even cannibalistic. Hence its nickname - the “cannibal zombie drug”. Reports of Flakka first hitting....
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Dilaudid Abuse and Addiction

Dilaudid, a brand name for Hydromorphone and Dihydromorphinone, is a synthetic opioid commonly prescribed for relief of moderate to severe pain, such as those suffering from cancer-related pain, severe postoperative pain or severe breakthrough pain. Dilaudid is a very powerful....
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Bupropion (Wellbutrin)

Bupropion is taken to aid smoking cessation in combination with motivational support in nicotine-dependent patients. It has been marketed under the trade name Zyban. Trials have shown that Zyban effectively reduces nicotine withdrawal symptoms and nicotine cravings, increasing the chances....
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Macrobid and Alcohol

We all get unwell from time to time, sometimes needing a little help recovering with antibiotics. Macrobid is a commonly prescribed antibiotic medication used for the treatment of urinary tract infections and bladder infections.  If you are currently prescribed Macrobid,....
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Buprenorphine Treatment for Opioid Addiction

Buprenorphine is a synthetic pharmaceutical opioid primarily used for the treatment of opioid use disorders. Buprenorphine can be very effective in stabilizing a person's substance use disorder, and it is also a drug that can be abused and lead to....
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Can Alcohol Cause Skin Rashes?

Those who abuse alcohol or are alcohol dependent are much more likely to develop an alcohol-related skin rash or skin condition. Skin reactions caused by alcohol are usually not dangerous. However, several factors can cause a person to develop a rash....
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Treating Addiction and Withdrawal with Methadone

Methadone is a synthetic opioid drug. Anyone who's experiencing addiction or dependence upon opiates can seek methadone treatment. That's why it's so important to have a plan for dealing with withdrawals when you're starting the process of recovery. We're going....
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Timeline of What Happens When You Give Up Alcohol

If you want to give up alcohol for good, you may be interested to know what the timeline of alcohol withdrawal looks like.  When stopping all alcohol use, it is useful to know what to expect in terms of how....
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Clonidine Addiction

Clonidine is an antihypertensive drug primarily used to treat high blood pressure. However, you may know the drug by one of its brand names, Catapres.  People use the drug to treat Tourette's syndrome and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder as well.....
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Can Morphine Make You Sleep?

Can Morphine Make You Sleep Easier? Morphine has many side effects even when used as prescribed, and some of these are directly related to sleep. Opioid analgesics like morphine make a direct impact on your central nervous system. The central....
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Morphine Addiction and Abuse

Morphine addiction and abuse is widespread and has many similarities to heroin abuse and addiction. Just because morphine is a prescribed opiate, the devastating effects of addiction carry the same impact as addiction to any illicit opiate. Did you know....
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What is DMT? Side Effects and Dangers

DMT (Dimethyltryptamine) is a hallucinogenic drug found in thousands of plant species that can be smoked, snorted, injected in its crystal form or combined with ayahuasca. It is a hallucinatory drug that increases serotonin in the human brain, which induces a....
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Antidepressants and Addiction

Approximately 52 million adults rely on antidepressants to treat depression and other mental health disorders. They're a common prescription and are generally considered safe. But are antidepressants addictive? The answer can make or break your decision when it comes to seeking treatment....
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Rohypnol

What is Rohypnol? Rohypnol is a type of benzodiazepine with similar properties to Valium (aka Diazepam) and Lorazepam, albeit ten times stronger. Due to Its potency, it is only generally used as a premedication in preparation for surgical procedures; it....
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Zopiclone

Zopiclone is a prescribed medication commonly used in the UK for the short-term treatment of insomnia. Its specific effects are designed to help with sleep-related deprivation, unlike other drugs with sedative properties, which often have multi-purpose use. Zopiclone and Zolpidem....
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Valium Addiction and Abuse – Diazepam

Valium, like all benzodiazepines, quickly causes tolerance and dependence. Valium Addiction can advance quickly if the drug is not used in a way advised by a doctor.  Valium taken continuously over a prolonged time can cause a person to become....
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Alcohol Poisoning

In this article, we'll discuss everything you need to know about alcohol poisoning so you can take swift action when required. With this knowledge, you can save someone's life and maybe even your own. What Is Alcohol Poisoning? As you....
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Drug Addiction

Drug addiction in the UK and around the world is a pressing issue that affects individuals from all walks of life. With its profound impact on physical and mental health, as well as society as a whole, understanding and addressing....
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How Covid has changed our drinking habits

In 2020, there were 5,460 alcohol-specific deaths in England and Wales. This is a 16.4% increase compared to the year before. With this statistic, we can assume that the number of people drinking has increased. What is the cause of....
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What is Hydrocodone (Vicodin)?

What is Hydrocodone (Vicodin)? Hydrocodone is a substance commonly prescribed by doctors to treat intense and chronic pain. The name that most people know hydrocodone by is Vicodin.  It's a drug that effectively treats pain, but improper use can lead....

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