Darvocet
Addiction, Drug Detox and Addiction Treatment
Darvocet, structurally made
up of active ingredients such as propoxyphene, a narcotic
(opiate) pain medication (analgesic), and acetaminophen
(a non-narcotic pain medication), is a fast remedy for pain.
Prescribed in two forms- propoxyphene hydrochloride and
propoxyphene napsylate, the pain reduces when the central
nervous system and smooth muscle tissues are exposed to
Propoxyphene.
Abusive use of such hazardous substance has hit an incredible
range. Taken orally, chewed, crushed then snorted like cocaine,
or crushed then dissolved in water and injected like heroin,
Darvocet promises a short-lived euphoria, a feeling of contentment
and if one continues to be indulged, it produces psychological
and physical dependence like any other narcotics leading
to unremitting situation.
On the medical front, patients having alcohol history or
suffering from Kidney, lungs, breathing or seizures are
advised to let their doctor know before the doctors prescribes
the medicine. Pregnant women should take care as Propoxyphene
can cause addiction and withdrawal symptoms as well as other
harmful effects in an unborn baby.
Age factor also matters with patients below 18 years of
age or older than 60 years of age, as they are more likely
to experience side effects from Darvocet therapy. In view
of this, they may require dosage adjustment or special monitoring
during treatment.
Underlying the pre-existing factors and individual tolerance,
dependence or addiction, symptoms of a propoxyphene overdose
may include bluish tinge to the skin, coma, convulsions,
decreased or difficult breathing to the point of temporary
stoppage, decreased heart function, extreme sleepiness,
irregular heartbeat, low blood pressure, pinpoint pupils
becoming dilated later, and stupor.
Additional symptoms of overdose with Darvocet-N may include
abdominal pain, excessive sweating, general feeling of illness,
kidney failure, liver problems, loss of appetite, nausea,
and vomiting.
Additional symptoms of overdose with Darvon Compound-65
may include Confusion, deafness, excessive perspiration,
headache, mental dullness, nausea, rapid breathing, rapid
pulse, ringing in the ears, vertigo, and vomiting. Finally,
extreme overdose may lead to unconsciousness and death.
Treatment
The high tolerance and dependence has been increasing with
Darvocet addiction stalking behind Heroin, Cocaine and other
abusive substances. However, milder Darvocet addiction as
compared to others can be cured, provided patients contribute
to their success.
Methadone Programs
Methadone treatment can help patients recover from hydrocodone
addiction. It relieves the urge of craving, which is the
chief reason for relapse.
This treatment is carried out orally to restrain narcotic
withdrawal for 24 to 36 hours.
Dosages must be carefully monitored for those patients who
are receiving antiviral therapy for HIV infection, to avoid
potential medication interactions.
To get best results, methadone treatment can be coupled
with behavioral therapies, and other encouraging services
to stop abusers from using Lortab and return to more steady
and productive lives.
Social Model Detox
A residential social model detox usually requires no medication
or medical personnel. A 24-hour staff monitors the patient
and the process may take normally 5-10 days. During the
treatment, food pattern is not restricted. Some detox centers
provide for members of 12-step programs to share their experiences
with their own detox and recovery experiences.
Rapid Detox
Detoxification, a process of allowing the body to get rid
of the harmful substance while managing the symptoms of
withdrawal, is often the first step to drug treatment program.
Withdrawal symptom being a common occurrence during detoxification,
it is often advisable to undergo behavioral-based therapy
and/or a medication simultaneously.
In many cases, withdrawal can be easily treated with medications
to ease the symptoms, but behavioral therapy can help achieve
long-term solution.
For
More Information on Darvocet Addiction
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