The Dangerous Interaction Between Opioids and Alcohol Consumption

Why has the opioid epidemic caused so many deaths? Patients refusing to follow doctors' orders can lead to dangerous and deadly drug interactions. Listen in to learn:

What makes alcohol and opioids a fatal combo
How a new drug may be able to curb overdoses
How doctors can help support their patients

Dr. Michael Presti, Ph.D., a Mayo Clinic-trained neurologist and the CEO of SafeRX Pharmaceuticals, shares his work on a new additive into pharmaceuticals that may help reduce the risk of overdose.

The opioid crisis has swept the nation, leading to a staggering rise in addiction and overdose. However, if patients are able to stay abreast of alcohol while taking their prescription, some danger can be reduced.

With a long-overlooked treatment for alcoholism, the addition into opioid tablets and pills may curb one's appetite for drink. While this does not present a cure for the opioid epidemic, it may play a significant part in harm reduction moving forward.

Visit https://saferxpharmaceuticals.com to learn more.

Episode also available on Apple Podcast: http://apple.co/30PvU9C