Many people who use opiates (codeine, morphine, fentanyl, heroin, opium) develop a tolerance to them. When this occurs, people routinely take more and more of the substance to elicit the desired response. These ever-increasing doses place one at greater risk for overdose. In addition, it is virtually impossible to know the exact and accurate ingredients of the products on the market, which leaves many people vulnerable to being poisoned by a substance they did not realize they were taking.

If you continue to use opiates, either regularly or intermittently, please be aware of the risks and use carefully. Talk to your Assessment Counsellor about using Medication Assisted Therapies as part of your treatment program, and maintain your admission date with Renascent by engaging in withdrawal management services.

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