My name is Benjamin Zohar, NCACIP. As an intervention specialist supporting families across New York City, Long Island, and the Hudson Valley, I’m increasingly being asked about the risks connected to kratom and its newer, more potent byproducts — especially 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) and mitragynine pseudoindoxyl (MP).

I’m sharing this information because many New Yorkers are unaware that some kratom-related substances can behave like powerful synthetic opioids. Families often contact me after seeing unexpected withdrawal symptoms, respiratory depression, or signs of dependence in a loved...

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By Benjamin Zohar, NCACIP — ISSUP New York Network Moderator

Addiction recovery glossary — a professional reference of the most important terms in substance use treatment, defined and explained by certified clinicians. This glossary was developed to provide clear, evidence-based definitions that help families, professionals, students, and individuals in recovery understand the language that shapes how we talk about — and treat — addiction.

Each term links to a comprehensive guide exploring its clinical meaning, history, current debates, and implications for treatment. These definitions draw...

7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) is a potent opioid-active kratom alkaloid found naturally in trace amounts in traditional kratom leaf but increasingly sold in highly concentrated products. This evidence-based 2026 guide explains 7-OH pharmacology, addiction and withdrawal risks, overdose concerns, DEA temporary Schedule I action, Florida's emergency rule, and how concentrated 7-OH differs from botanical kratom.

Can you take cyclobenzaprine with ibuprofen? Learn whether muscle relaxers like Flexeril can be safely combined with Advil or Motrin for pain relief.

Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) can typically be detected in urine for up to 7 days, though detection time varies based on dosage, metabolism, and length of use. Standard opioid panels may not test for buprenorphine unless specifically ordered. Understanding detection timelines helps patients navigate drug testing and treatment planning safely.

Common signs that a Suboxone dose may be too low include persistent cravings, withdrawal symptoms, mood instability, and breakthrough opioid use. Because buprenorphine partially activates opioid receptors, inadequate dosing may fail to fully stabilize patients. Clinical reassessment within a structured MAT program is recommended before adjusting medication.

Yes — chronic intranasal cocaine use can open a hole in the septum. What that means clinically, why perforations rarely close spontaneously, how they are evaluated, and when surgical repair is realistic.

Tussi—commonly referred to as “pink cocaine”—is an unregulated synthetic drug mixture that has begun appearing with increasing frequency in New York nightlife and party settings. Despite its name, Tussi rarely contains cocaine and instead consists of variable combinations of stimulants, dissociatives, and other psychoactive substances. The absence of a standardized composition, combined with the growing risk of opioid contamination, presents significant challenges for public health, overdose prevention, and treatment response. This article provides an evidence-informed overview of Tussi, its associated risks, and the implications for harm reduction and treatment in New York.

This article ranks the five most addictive drugs of abuse in 2026 using UNODC, WHO and NIDA research. It explains dependence, withdrawal, relapse risk and evidence-based treatment strategies for alcohol, benzodiazepines, methamphetamine, cocaine and heroin/fentanyl.

Suboxone for 7-OH Withdrawal: How Buprenorphine Helps with Kratom Dependence

Written by Benjamin Zohar, NCACIP

Published: 21 June 2026  |  Last Updated: 21 June 2026  |  5 min read

Reviewed by Brandon McNally, RN

Short answer: yes. When kratom dependence is driven by 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), prescribers can use Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) to take the edge off withdrawal and steady cravings. It is an off-label application, and it belongs in the hands of a clinician who knows how 7-OH behaves—never a do-it-yourself plan.

The Receptor Connection

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Can You Be Addicted to More Than One Substance at a Time?

Written by Benjamin Zohar , NCACIP

Publication Date: 20 November 2025

Reviewed by Brandon McNally, RN

Absolutely yes. Polysubstance use disorder—or addiction to more than one substance at a time—is a common and clinically significant condition affecting millions of Americans, including many in New York.

What Is Polysubstance Use Disorder?

Polysubstance use refers to the use of two or more psychoactive substances in combination, either simultaneously or sequentially, often to enhance effects, manage withdrawal, or cope with...

Searching “drug rehab near me” on Long Island can be overwhelming. This guide explains local levels of care (detox, inpatient, PHP, IOP), how to choose programs in Nassau and Suffolk counties, insurance tips, and practical next steps—plus a free 22-panel drug test option that screens for fentanyl, xylazine, and tianeptine. For step-by-step local help, see Long Island Rehabs and the Long Island Addiction Resources directory.

Free Long Island 22-Panel Urine Drug Test (Detects Xylazine, Fentanyl & Tianeptine)

Concerned about fentanyl in cocaine on Long Island? Families, outreach teams, and community partners in Nassau and Suffolk counties can request a free 22-panel urine drug test cup that screens for high-risk adulterants including fentanyl, xylazine, and tianeptine. Order from InterventionNY’s 22-Panel Urine Drug Test Cup .

Long Island alert: Community reports and toxicology data indicate ongoing risk of fentanyl-contaminated stimulant supplies (e.g., cocaine). Screening at home can help you decide when to...

Recent Long Island takedowns seized multi-kilogram fentanyl and other contraband. Yet fatal overdoses keep happening because the most dangerous risks often hide outside high-profile seizures: fentanyl in cocaine, tranquilizer adulterants like xylazine, and emerging ultra-potent synthetics (nitazenes, medetomidine). This brief translates current signals into practical actions for prevention, treatment, and harm-reduction teams

Multi-agency enforcement on Long Island seized multi-kilogram quantities of fentanyl and other contraband across Suffolk County. This brief distills verified points from local reporting and translates them into harm-reduction, clinical, and community coordination actions for ISSUP members.

Learn how professional Long Island interventions help families in Nassau and Suffolk guide loved ones into detox, residential, PHP, or IOP treatment. Understand when to consider an intervention, how the process works, how it connects to local rehab programs, and what insurance and support resources are available.

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