Oxycodone Addiction and Families
There are millions of people suffering from an addiction to opiates – people who never thought they would be in this type of situation. Same goes for family and friends who are often blindsided when they realize a loved one is hooked on opiates. Oxycodone is believed to be one of the most powerful pain […]
States Initiate Drug Take Back Programs To Get Opiates Off The Streets
Prescription drug abuse is one of the fastest growing problems and has hit this country hard. Opiate painkillers and other prescription drugs are the driving force behind a large portion of addiction and crime. According to the New York Times, the medicine cabinet may be to blame. The paper said addicts are casing homes of […]
Drug Experimentation Much More Deadly Nowadays
Experimentation with mind-altering substances used to be far less dangerous. No doubt, this practice has never been a particularly good idea. But there used to be a time – not so long ago – when young people would get into their parents’ liquor cabinets. That still goes on, but the drug they’re graduating to isn’t […]
Consequences of Opiate Addiction
Statistics show that only a quarter of those addicted to opiates has undergone rehabilitation programs with varying degrees of success. Untreated opiate-addicted individuals are much younger than those who have sought some form of detoxification or counseling. Unfortunately, the late teens coincide with the formative years. Early adulthood is wasted on what could have been […]
Methadone: Two Faces of Abuse
Death rates from prescription painkillers taken alone, in a cocktail or with alcohol have been in the new for decades. Stellar names like Judy Garland, Marilyn Monroe, Heath Ledger, Michael Jackson, Amy Winehouse and a host of other performers, artists, directors and athletes died in the prime of life allegedly due to overdose or drug-related […]
Oxycodone Detox Types
Oxycodone detox types include out-patient, in-patient, and “at home”, with in-patient oxycodone detox typically providing the highest success rate. Oxycodone is a potent opiate used to treat moderate to severe, long-term pain. It’s the main ingredient in many prescription medications including OxyContin and Percocet. One of the risks when taking this medication is that it […]
Oxycodone Detox Possible Complications
Oxycodone detox possible complications are possible anytime a person stops taking a medication . Depending on the nature and length of the dependence, people can experience varying levels of complications. Oxycodone is a potent opiate used to treat moderate to severe, long-term pain. There are many side effects that may occur when taking this medication […]
Oxycodone Detox Myths
People who suffer with Oxycodone addiction often feel that they are alone, will suffer alone and will have to go through detox alone. The addiction experience can be an isolating one, but there is never a shortage of people who care. Getting the right treatment takes some research, but there are a number of programs […]
Oxycodone Detox and Pregnancy
Having a baby growing inside of you is one of the most beautiful experiences in life. It can also be a scary time, especially if you are worried about possible complications. Being addicted to opiates, such as Oxycodone while pregnant is risky, but there is a form of treatment that can lessen the risks for […]
Methadone Withdrawal Symptoms
Methadone withdrawal symptoms can be the most severe and lengthier then any other drug. Going through opiate withdrawal is never easy, particularly if you are trying to kick an addiction to Methadone. Trying to gradually wean or stop abruptly can be difficult and dangerous. The sickness associated with methadone withdrawal can be intense and seem […]
