Tragic stories about fentanyl overdoses seem to appear in the news almost daily. Even though many of these incidents occur from actual fentanyl use, the powerful opioid is also being found in substances like marijuana and cocaine. This deadly mix has made illicit drug use more dangerous than ever.
Dangers of Fentanyl
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), fentanyl is a “powerful synthetic opioid analgesic that is similar to morphine but is 50 to 100 times more potent.” Fentanyl, along with other synthetic opioids, are “the most common drugs involved in overdose deaths.”
Overdose Rates
The high potency of fentanyl leads to a greater risk of overdose, and death rates keep climbing. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), synthetic opioids like fentanyl contributed to more than 56,000 deaths across the country in 2020. This rate is higher than any other type of opioid, including heroin.
The CDC also notes that “nearly 75% of overdose deaths in the United States involved opioids” in 2020. Most of these deaths “specifically involved synthetic opioids,” like illegally manufactured fentanyl.
Illicit Drug Use and Fentanyl
Fentanyl is a cheap way to increase the potency of heroin and other opioids, but it’s also being found in non-opioid substances, often unbeknownst to the user. These mixtures are making illegal drug use more dangerous than ever.
Many overdoses happen because of the combination of illegal fentanyl and drugs like cocaine, methamphetamine, and even marijuana. The risk of overdose is even greater when a user is unaware of fentanyl’s presence or has low-to-no tolerance for opioids to begin with.
Overcoming Drug Use for Good
Overcoming chronic drug use can be one of the most difficult things ever experienced. When it comes to opioids and chemical dependence, it can be even harder.
At The Guest House, our aim is to help you get to the root cause of your addiction. Our wide variety of tools, methods, and treatments are designed to help you fully heal your mind, body, and soul.
Opioid Detox and Treatment
Opioid withdrawal is especially dangerous. This is why our detox program can be a safe and effective first step in helping you overcome your addiction.
After detox, we offer residential treatment on our beautiful 52-acre estate. Our peaceful property will support your healing journey through outdoor activities like equine and adventure therapies.
We also offer a wide range of somatic treatments and holistic care to help you move stagnant energy out of your body. At The Guest House, you will find a wide range of modalities that all work together to promote the mind-body connection necessary for a full and healthy recovery.
Illicit drug use is becoming more dangerous than ever due to the presence of illegally manufactured fentanyl. This opioid is 50 to 100 times more potent than morphine, and it’s found in various substances, including heroin, cocaine, and marijuana. At The Guest House, you will be able to find a full spectrum of treatments to help support a lasting recovery. We offer a wide variety of traditional and holistic therapies that will help you get to the root cause of your addiction and find lasting sobriety. Call us today at (855) 483-7800 for more information.