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Addiction can occur alongside depression, anxiety, trauma or other mental health conditions. Learn why careful assessment and coordinated treatment matter, what care may involve and when to seek urgent help.
Dr. Muhammad Shoaib Zafar10 min read
Read articleAddiction treatment should reflect each person’s substance use, physical and mental health, and support needs. Explore how assessment, tailored care and ongoing aftercare fit together.
Dr. Muhammad Shoaib Zafar10 min read
Read articleCombining pregabalin, benzodiazepines and opioids can increase sedation and suppress breathing. Understand the risks, emergency warning signs and approaches to treatment, while recognising that reliable data on…
Dr. Muhammad Shoaib Zafar9 min read
Read articleThe OAMT Centre at Mayo Hospital, Lahore provides evidence-based outpatient treatment for opioid dependence, including supervised sublingual buprenorphine, psychiatric assessment, counselling, psychosocial support…
Dr.Muhammad Shoaib Zafar8 min read
Read articlePrescription drug addiction is rapidly increasing in Pakistan due to the misuse of benzodiazepines, tramadol, pregabalin (Lyrica), nalbuphine (Nelbin), cough syrups, antihistamines, and other medicines. Learn about…
Dr.Muhammad Shoaib Zafar14 min read
Read articlePrescription drug addiction is rapidly increasing in Pakistan due to the misuse of benzodiazepines, tramadol, pregabalin (Lyrica), nalbuphine (Nelbin), cough syrups, antihistamines, and other medicines. Learn about…
Dr.Muhammad Shoaib Zafar21 min read
Read articlePrescription drug abuse is rapidly increasing in Pakistan due to the easy availability of medicines such as benzodiazepines, tramadol, pregabalin (Lyrica), nalbuphine (Nelbin), cough syrups, and antihistamines. Learn…
Dr.Muhammad Shoaib Zafar9 min read
Read articleIce (Crystal Meth) addiction is an increasing concern in Pakistan. Learn the facts about methamphetamine addiction, common myths, prevention strategies, recovery, and evidence-based treatment. This comprehensive guide…
Dr.Muhammad Shoaib Zafar6 min read
Read articleIce (Crystal Meth) addiction is a serious but treatable medical condition. Learn how methamphetamine addiction is diagnosed, who is most at risk, and how evidence-based treatments—including medical detoxification, CBT…
Dr.Muhammad Shoaib Zafar7 min read
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