Drug

Comprehensive guide to illicit drug use, abuse, and addiction. Scientific guides to the most used and dangerous drug people use today.

Detoxing from heroin at home

Detoxing from heroin does not need to be severe or uncomfortable. But you increase your risk of relapse when you detox f ...

Dependence on heroin

People who use heroin regularly can develop dependence on heroin quickly. More on how the body adapts to the presence of ...

What is heroin used for?

Heroin is an illegal drug used for its euphoric effect. More on heroin uses, side effects, and consequences of illegal u ...

Can you get high on heroin?

Yes, you can get high on heroin. In fact, heroin is known to trigger extreme euphoria by interacting with neurotransmitt ...

Physical addiction to heroin

Is there a difference between physical dependence and addiction to heroin? The line is delicate, but there is a differen ...

How long does heroin last?

The most intense peak effects of heroin have a duration of about 2 hours and the overall “high” wears off about 4-5 ...

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