Demerol
addiction is caused by long-term use of demerol
(pethidine or meperidine). Demerol ® is
a combination of acetaminophen (Tylenol) and
propoxyphene designed to relieve mild to moderate
pain. Propoxyphene binds to the pain receptors
in the brain so that the sensation of pain
is reduced. Acetaminophen halts the production
of prostaglandins which otherwise cause pain.
Demerol ® is
an opiate taken as a pill, liquid or patch
formulated to be taken every 4 hours by mouth.
Since propoxyphene can be habit forming, care
must be taken to follow the doctor's instructions
when taking Demerol ®. Do not take a larger
dose, or take it more frequently, or take it
for longer than the doctor has prescribed.
Dependency
is as much an issue as with other opioids,
but there is an added danger to those with
kidney or liver disease.
Prescription
has fallen out of favor in recent years, but
it is still sometimes prescribed as an alternative
to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. The
potential for dependency is high, and early
treatment for this dependency is crucial to
avoid toxicity issues.
Call
us today to discuss how the Waismann Method
can free you from your Demerol dependency and
get your life back - (310)
205-0808 or (888) 987-HOPE
(4673) during business
hours or send
us a confidential
email. For after hours and weekends,
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