The Hidden Danger In Your Medicine Cabinet!

The Hidden Danger In Your Medicine Cabinet!

Millions unknowingly store a lethal cocktail in their medicine cabinets—and it’s not from illicit drugs. In this gripping episode,

Dr. Ferghal Armstrong reveals a hidden danger in modern medicine: the deadly combination of opioids, benzodiazepines, and gabapentinoids.

Backed by alarming research from North Carolina and Australia, he highlights how these commonly prescribed medications, meant to relieve pain, anxiety, and nerve discomfort, can create a perfect storm of respiratory depression and overdose—even when taken as directed.You’ll learn how taking opioids with benzos increases overdose risk tenfold, and how adding drugs like pregabalin can raise it even higher.

Shockingly, 80% of opioid patients are also prescribed benzodiazepines—making this a widespread issue, not an anomaly. Dr. Armstrong dives into the science behind these drug interactions, explains why naloxone isn’t always enough, and shares crucial steps for patients and caregivers to stay safe.This is a must-watch for anyone prescribed these medications or caring for someone who is. Discover life-saving insights, actionable tips, and the importance of medication-assisted treatment for opioid dependence. If you thought your prescribed meds were safe, think again.

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Harm Reduction

Harm Reduction

In episode 31 of Cracking Addiction we discuss the harm reduction interventions that we can implement for people who inject drugs to decrease the risks of morbidity and mortality.Discussions and comments in our videos are for informational purposes only and should not replace the advice of your medical professional. Please consult with your doctor before making any changes to your medical treatment or lifestyle.Latest Blogshttps://www.meducate.com.au/blogAbout Meducate ®Meducate provides online education for doctors, clinicians, health professionals and the public.See the website to browse the many different talks and courses available https://www.meducate.com.au

16 Maalis 202226min

Suboxone Part 2

Suboxone Part 2

In episode 30 of Cracking Addiction we discuss the different opioid receptors buprenorphine acts upon and the nature of these effects, the difference between agonists and antagonists, how to start a patient on Suboxone and how to monitor patients on Suboxone and adjust doses.Discussions and comments in our videos are for informational purposes only and should not replace the advice of your medical professional. Please consult with your doctor before making any changes to your medical treatment or lifestyle.Latest Blogshttps://www.meducate.com.au/blogAbout Meducate ®Meducate provides online education for doctors, clinicians, health professionals and the public.See the website to browse the many different talks and courses available https://www.meducate.com.au

9 Maalis 202222min

Suboxone Part 1

Suboxone Part 1

In episode 29 of Cracking Addiction we discuss Suboxone and talk about the components of Suboxone as well as the pharmacology and pharmacokinetics of Suboxone.Discussions and comments in our videos are for informational purposes only and should not replace the advice of your medical professional. Please consult with your doctor before making any changes to your medical treatment or lifestyle.Latest Blogshttps://www.meducate.com.au/blogAbout Meducate ®Meducate provides online education for doctors, clinicians, health professionals and the public.See the website to browse the many different talks and courses available https://www.meducate.com.au

2 Maalis 202218min

LAIB - Top Tips

LAIB - Top Tips

In episode 28 of Cracking Addiction we discuss our practical tips, advice and experience in managing patients on LAIB and share what we have learned.Discussions and comments in our videos are for informational purposes only and should not replace the advice of your medical professional. Please consult with your doctor before making any changes to your medical treatment or lifestyle.Latest Blogshttps://www.meducate.com.au/blogAbout Meducate ®Meducate provides online education for doctors, clinicians, health professionals and the public.See the website to browse the many different talks and courses available https://www.meducate.com.au

23 Helmi 202219min

LAIB The Patient Arc

LAIB The Patient Arc

Episode 27 of Cracking Addiction discusses the patient journey on LAIB and how to adequately deal with and manage adjusting doses of LAIB, commencing and ceasing LAIB and ensuring that patients are maintained on LAIB therapyDiscussions and comments in our videos are for informational purposes only and should not replace the advice of your medical professional. Please consult with your doctor before making any changes to your medical treatment or lifestyle.Latest Blogshttps://www.meducate.com.au/blogAbout Meducate ®Meducate provides online education for doctors, clinicians, health professionals and the public.See the website to browse the many different talks and courses available https://www.meducate.com.au

16 Helmi 202215min

LAIB - Sublocade

LAIB - Sublocade

Cracking Addiction discusses Sublocade one of the LAIB preparations available and how to commence, maintain and manage any dose changes or complications associated with Sublocade.Sublocade is a long acting injectable buprenorphine (LAIB) manufactured by Invidior that uses the “Atrigel” system to provide for a sustained and prolonged delivery of buprenorphine into the systemic circulation after subcutaneous injection.Discussions and comments in our videos are for informational purposes only and should not replace the advice of your medical professional. Please consult with your doctor before making any changes to your medical treatment or lifestyle.Latest Blogshttps://www.meducate.com.au/blogAbout Meducate ®Meducate provides online education for doctors, clinicians, health professionals and the public.See the website to browse the many different talks and courses available https://www.meducate.com.au

9 Helmi 202215min

LAIB - Buvidal

LAIB - Buvidal

Cracking Addiction discusses Buvidal one of the LAIB preparations available and how to commence, maintain and manage any dose changes or complications associated with Buvidal.Buvidal is a long acting injectable buprenorphine (LAIB) preparation manufactured by Camurus and uses “FluidCrystal” technology to provide for a sustained and prolonged delivery of buprenorphine into the systemic circulation after subcutaneous injection.

3 Helmi 202217min

LAIB  Special Circumstances

LAIB Special Circumstances

Cracking Addiction discusses some of the special or difficult circumstances of prescribing LAIBs including intoxicated patients, pregnant patients, patients with chronic disease, patients with acute pain and our management strategies in these situations.

26 Tammi 202219min

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