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Discover the facts about oxycodone's half-life, detection times in blood, urine, saliva & hair, and how to clear this commonly abused opioid from the body.

Understand the basics of oxycodone, where this narcotic drug comes from, how it’s used, and what role it plays in the ongoing opioid epidemic.

Fentanyl's high risk of dependence & overdose make it extremely dangerous. It's important to know what to look for & what forms it comes in to minimize your risk.

Learn about why drugs are sometimes cut with Fentanyl.

Explore the evolution of addiction treatment & rehabilitation and understand how these developments have shaped modern approaches to overcoming substance abuse.

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

Kratom is becoming an increasingly popular alternative for mental health treatments. Find out how it can be addictive and may potentially make symptoms worse.

Understand the risks & potential side effects of kratom for teens and learn how to talk to your teens about the dangers of this natural substance.

Understand the connection between substance use disorder & mental health. Learn about co-occurring conditions, risk factors, and available treatments.

Recovery takes strength, but you don’t have to do it alone. Brave Health is proud to partner with Ophelia to support your full recovery journey.

Discover how communities are increasing access to naloxone to combat the opioid crisis and how this increased availability can help save more lives.

Ophelia examined how naloxone access varies by state using data compiled by the SAFE Project, a nonprofit organization working to combat America's opioid epidemic.

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.

Explore the link between vaping and opioid use disorder (OUD) and how e-cigarette use may impact treatment outcomes and addiction risk.

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

People addicted to alcohol are more likely to also become dependent on other substances, such as opioids. Understand polysubstance use disorder and its risks.

Learn about the potential drug interactions with Suboxone and substances to avoid. Understand the risks & effects with combining Suboxone with other medications.

Suboxone® can interact with other substances which might make it less effective. Use this quick guide to help you stay safe during your treatment.

Alcohol might seem like less of a problem than opioid drugs, but it does not mix with Suboxone—in fact, combining them can be dangerous. Not only is alcohol risky on its own, but as a depressant, it can amplify the effects of medications with sedative properties, including Suboxone.

Understand Suboxone's role in pain relief. Learn about buprenorphine's effects and alternatives for pain management in opioid use disorder patients.

Explore the impact of Suboxone on the brain and its role in OUD treatment. Learn how buprenorphine & naloxone components work and their effects over time.

Discover the mental health benefits of Suboxone for opioid use disorder. Explore how Suboxone may impact serotonin levels and alleviate depressive symptoms.

Here's what you need to know.

Discover the Bernese method, a microdosing approach using buprenorphine for opioid use disorder treatment and learn how it differs from standard methods.

Learn where to get emergency food assistance, financial support, and community help so you don’t face the gap alone.