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Discover surprising statistics on men & opioid addiction. Learn about the causes, risks, and how to get help for opioid addiction.

Find out how to manage summer triggers for opioid use disorder relapse with practical tips to stay safe and enjoy the season.

Ophelia used CDC data to map the growing distribution of common medications that prevent opioid overdoses and treat substance use disorders.

Ophelia explored which states ban fentanyl and xylazine test strips, using Legislative Analysis and Public Policy Association and CDC data.

Learn about Suboxone's potential sexual side effects in men. Explore how Suboxone can impact libido, erectile function, and fertility, and find solutions.

Commonly sold under the brand name Valium®, diazepam belongs to the class of drugs known as benzodiazepines (or “benzos”). Learn more about diazepam here!

Benzodiazepines, commonly known as benzos, are a class of prescription medications designed to slow down brain activity. Learn more about benzos here!

Understanding the connection between OUD and tobacco use is crucial to developing effective treatment protocols for patients. Learn more about it here!

Low-dose naltrexone (LDN) is a small dose of naltrexone, a medication commonly used to treat opioid use disorder (OUD). Learn more about low-dose naltrexone.

Discover Narcan resources in NY for opioid harm reduction. Learn about naloxone, its usage, storage, and community training in New York state.

Ophelia explored how U.S. prescription opioid dispense rates in 2021 varied by state using Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services data.

Understand the complex relationship between OUD and mental health disorders like depression, anxiety, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, and OCD.

Discover the importance of therapy during opioid use disorder (OUD) treatment. Learn about types of therapy, benefits, and how it complements medication.

Find out more about the opioid crisis in New York state. Learn about the local initiatives to address and combat the state's opioid situation.

Understand opioid relapse, its risk factors, and prevention strategies. Discover how medication, mental health support, and lifestyle changes can help.

Ophelia analyzed legislation tracked by the NCSL to illustrate how lawmakers are addressing the need for opioid overdose remedies in public spaces.

Learn about Suboxone's status as a controlled substance. Discover its schedule classification and how it impacts prescriptions and access to treatment.

Learn about UA testing for opioid use disorder treatment, its role in Suboxone prescriptions, and how remote urinalysis promotes accountability in care.

Understand the severity of the fentanyl crisis in the U.S. Learn about its causes, who's at risk, and the actions being taken by officials to combat it.

Learn about the addictive potential of prescribed morphine doses and steps to reduce misuse risks. Understand morphine addiction symptoms and how to seek help.

Understand the risks of codeine misuse and addiction potential. Learn about safe usage, side effects, and how to reduce the risk of dependency.

Learn about methadone, its uses, side effects, and comparison to Suboxone. Discover safe usage guidelines and explore effective treatment options.

Ophelia is the first and only telehealth provider of OUD treatment to receive the designation as a Center of Excellence (COE) for OUD treatment in Pennsylvania.

Discover the challenges of treating methamphetamine addiction and explore the effectiveness of medication-assisted treatment options.

Discover the risks of alcohol use during OUD treatment. Learn why mixing substances like Suboxone and alcohol can be dangerous and detrimental to recovery.