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Ayahuasca in Addiction Treatment: A Miracle Cure or Just Hype?
Introduction Ayahuasca has become an increasingly popular topic in recent years. Many scientist and patients are questioning if this...

Harold Pierre, MD
Nov 9, 20238 min read


Alcohol Addiction and Some Exciting New Treatment Options
Alcohol Addiction and Some Exciting New Treatment Options For many folks, alcohol's a beloved part of celebrating and relaxing after work. But alcohol can also become an addictive and dangerous substance when abused. I'm an addiction doc who's seen firsthand the ruinous impacts of alcohol addiction. In this post, I'll explain the disturbing science behind addiction, how to spot the red flags, and most vital - the treatment options offering hope for recovery. My aim's to empow

Harold Pierre, MD
Nov 8, 202311 min read


Ketamine Addiction and Abuse: A 2023 Comprehensive Review
Ketamine addiction and abuse is an escalating public health issue that requires attention. This comprehensive guide examines ketamine...

Harold Pierre, MD
Nov 7, 202312 min read


Everything You Need to Know About Low Dose Naltrexone
Low dose naltrexone (LDN) is a pharmaceutical compound available by prescription at some pharmacies that is emerging as a promising new treatment option for people with chronic health conditions, especially chronic pain and autoimmune diseases. LDN is an off-label use of the drug naltrexone at a much less of the standard dose than what is used for FDA-approved indications to treat opioid and alcohol addiction. LDN is taken at bedtime in doses typically ranging from 1.5 mg to

Harold Pierre, MD
Nov 6, 20238 min read


Medical Marijuana: The Good, The Bad, and The Marijuana Addiction
Marijuana is a psychoactive drug . Reefer. Mary Jane. Weed. Pot. Ganja. Grass. It has many names. Marijuana's history is long and...

Harold Pierre, MD
Nov 4, 202316 min read


Psychedelic Therapy: A Revolutionary New Treatment for Addiction?
Psychedelic therapy is emerging as a potentially groundbreaking new treatment option for individuals struggling with addiction and...

Harold Pierre, MD
Nov 3, 20239 min read


Taking Suboxone During Pregnancy: Is It Really Safe?
"Is taking Suboxone while pregnant safe?" is a common question I get asked. For the expectant mother, it is a decision that requires...

Harold Pierre, MD
Nov 2, 20238 min read


Suboxone or Buprenorphine to treat Fentanyl Addiction: Big Problem!
Everything we know about treating opioid addiction needs to change because of the spread of illegally made fentanyl. This extremely strong synthetic opioid is now behind most overdose deaths. Addiction to fentanyl brings serious dangers and makes treatment very hard. Medicines like Suboxone that contain buprenorphine are proven to treat opioid addiction. But switching people hooked on fentanyl to buprenorphine therapy can be tricky and lead to problems. Fentanyl's unique lipo

Harold Pierre, MD
Nov 1, 20239 min read


Zaza Red, Gas Station Heroin, and Tianeptine. The New Drug Addiction!
Spotify YouTube Tianeptine, a tricyclic antidepressant used abroad but unapproved in America, has emerged as an unlikely...

Harold Pierre, MD
Oct 31, 202311 min read


A Comprehensive Guide to 9 Ways to Taper Off Opioids
My path to understanding opioids has been a winding one. As an anesthesiologist, I built my career around these powerful medications. Yet...

Harold Pierre, MD
Oct 30, 202311 min read


Benzodiazepine Addiction and Abuse: a Comprehensive Review
Benzodiazepines, commonly known as benzos, are a class of prescription medications used to treat anxiety, insomnia, seizures, and alcohol...

Harold Pierre, MD
Oct 28, 20238 min read


The Zombie Drug: How the Xylazine is Exacerbating the Fentanyl Crisis
Xylazine , an animal sedative never approved for human use, has emerged in recent years as a dangerous addition to illicit fentanyl. This...

Harold Pierre, MD
Oct 27, 20238 min read


How Important is Nutrition and Addiction Recovery; A Comprehensive Guide
How Important is Nutrition and Addiction Recovery; A Comprehensive Guide Proper nutrition is an important part of addiction recovery that...

Harold Pierre, MD
Oct 26, 202310 min read


5 Suboxone Secrets You Need to Know About Right Now!
After treating patients with Suboxone for over 24 years, I've picked up a ton of inside info. It's an honor when someone chooses me as...

Harold Pierre, MD
Oct 25, 20239 min read


How to Fix Chronic Neck Pain Fast
Neck pain, also called cervicalgia, comes in two flavors - acute neck pain and chronic neck pain . With rest, acute neck pain fades...

Harold Pierre, MD
Oct 24, 20238 min read


How to Initiate Buprenorphine Therapy for Fentanyl Addiction
Why Does Fentanyl Addiction Make Buprenorphine Therapy Difficult? Starting buprenorphine treatment can be a challenging process for...

Harold Pierre, MD
Oct 23, 20237 min read


Cocaine Addiction and Abuse: A New Approach to Treatment
Cocaine use starts out as a curious experiment. However, the curiosity can quickly lead to cocaine addiction and abuse. Soon enough, you...

Harold Pierre, MD
Oct 23, 202310 min read


Should Patients With ADHD Take Adderall and Suboxone Together?
Should Patients with ADHD Take Adderall and Suboxone Together? Everything You Need to Know Suboxone and Adderall are two common...

Harold Pierre, MD
Oct 21, 20238 min read


Managing Chronic Pain with Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease
Managing Chronic Pain with Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease (CMT) Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease is a complex neurological disorder that...

Harold Pierre, MD
Oct 20, 20236 min read


Understanding Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS) and Why it Makes Sobriety Difficult
Acute withdrawal is agonizing yet fleeting - a storm to endure before sobriety's dawn. But recovery reveals a more insidious challenge....

Harold Pierre, MD
Oct 19, 202313 min read
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