Prescription Painkiller Dependency

Prescription pa inkillers of the opiate variety are known to be habit forming for many people. Drugs like OxyContin, Tramadol, Vicodin and Percocet are powerful analgesics also known to cause sedation and euphoria. Addiction to prescription painkillers is characterized by persistent use and is believed to be a disorder of the central nervous system. The terms “addiction” and “dependency” are often used interchangeably but have different clinical meanings. Prescription painkiller addiction is evident when someone uses the drugs persistently despite negative and potentially devastating consequences and effects. A physical dependency to opiates such as Darvocet and Dilaudid is marked by intense cravings for the drugs and the physical need to take it to feel normal.

The Difference Between Prescription Painkiller Dependency and Addiction

The American Academy of Pain Medicine, the American Pain Society and the American Society of Addiction Medicine, in a collaborative effort, have adopted the following definition for drug dependency: “Physical dependence is a state of adaptation that is manifested by a drug class specific withdrawal syndrome that can be produced by abrupt cessation, rapid dose reduction, decreasing blood level of the drug, and/or administration of an antagonist.” Those who are physically dependent are not necessarily addicted or certain to become so. Cocaine is an example of a drug that can be addicting without producing a physical dependency.

Indications You May Have a Prescription Painkiller Dependency

If you suspect you are physically dependent upon prescription painkillers, there are a few signs to look for. They include:

• If your body needs the drug in order to function normally
• If painful withdrawal symptoms develop when you stop or lessen your use of the drug
• If you become tolerant to the medication and increase use over time
• If you are using the drug chronically, despite potential harm
• If you become increasingly defensive about your use and deny there is a problem
• Neglecting responsibilities and withdrawing from friends, family and social situations
• If you exhibit some of the typical drug-seeking behaviors such as spending large amounts of time trying to get the drug, doctor shopping, falsifying prescriptions or engaging in destructive or illegal activities in order to obtain it.

Waismann Method Can Free You From Painkiller Dependence

The Waismann Method of Accelerated Neuro-Regulation (ANR) can help you become free of prescription painkillers in a short amount of time. Our caring, professional staff has your best interest at heart and supports each patient at every step. Our priority is to ensure safety and results in our humane approach to rapid prescription painkiller detox. Our medical procedure uses physician-assisted anesthesia under which patients sleep lightly for a short time. Special medications are used to cleanse the opiate receptors and patients awake, opiate-free and ready to move on with life. Accelerated withdrawal occurs while the patient is out and they are unaware of this upon waking. A physical dependence to painkillers can be treated safely and effectively.

Get Help with Prescription Painkiller Addiction Now

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