Actiq Abuse

Actiq, or “Perc-O-Pops” as they’re called on the street is the lozenge form of Fentanyl, a highly potent narcotic painkiller. Actiq has a high potential for misuse, abuse and dependence. Actiq, a synthetic opioid, looks like a lollipop and is meant for the treatment of breakthrough pain from conditions such as cancer. The drug is prescribed legally but can be used illegally – what law enforcement officials call diversion. The berry flavor and ease with which it can be taken makes it more attractive among recreational users. Those who are using it for therapeutic purposes can also turn to abusing it. The chance for abuse is higher among those who have had prior addiction issues. Actiq has also been linked to cases of death and overdose. Opiate abuse has become a national issue and can have a high relapse rate. Abusing Actiq can have devastating consequences and cause serious medical complications. Abuse can progress to addiction which requires safe, medical detox.

Signs of Actiq Misuse and Abuse

Using Actiq in any way that goes against the drug’s warnings and precautions can be considered abusive. Misuse can include overuse, tampering with the lozenge or combining it with other substances to elicit effects including euphoria and sedation. The Waismann Method of Accelerated Neuro-Regulation has successfully treated opiate addiction for more than a decade. For most of our patients, the dependence begins innocently enough. Many people who are given a prescription for Actiq or another opioid can develop a tolerance to it, sometimes quickly. This means the prescribed dose is no longer effective in treating the pain. The quest for pain relief may cause some to escalate use or misuse it in other ways.

Doctor-shopping to secure more than one supply and falsification of prescriptions are common actions among abusers and contribute to the problem of illegal diversion. Some people engage in other risky behaviors such as using Actiq with other substances that could increase potency, such as alcohol, other narcotic drugs or tranquilizers. A preoccupation with taking Actiq can be an indication that physical and/or psychological dependence has developed.

Successful, Safe Rapid Detox Can Be Accomplished with Waismann Method

The Waismann Method’s rapid detox doesn’t use opiate replacements such as Suboxone or methadone. Performed in an accredited hospital, our humane procedure takes less than two hours and uses medicine to cleanse Actiq from patients’ opiate receptors. This happens while they sleep under light sedation administered by board-certified anesthesiologists. The withdrawal phase is accelerated and occurs while the patient is sedated. They awake opiate-free without awareness of withdrawal symptoms that occurred while they were out. The entire hospital stay is a few days, getting patients back on their feet in much less time than traditional drug treatment programs. Domus Retreat, our transitional living facility, is also available for those who wish to continue their recovery in a safe, confidential and tranquil atmosphere.

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