Taking opioids in combination with other central nervous system depressants—like benzodiazepines, alcohol, or xylazine—increases the risk of life-threatening overdose. Learn more about the effects of taking more than one type of drug (polysubstance…

What is the difference between opiate vs. opioid? The term opiate refers to any drug that is extracted naturally from the poppy plant. Examples of opiates may include opium, morphine,…