Addiction
to Percocet and Effective Treatment
Commonly prescribed for moderate to moderately severe
pain, Percocet, a combination of narcotic (Oxycodone) and
Acetaminophen, is a highly addictive drug. On the medical
front, Oxycodone binds to the pain receptors in the brain
to reduce the sensation of pain, while Acetaminophen halts
the production of prostaglandins which otherwise cause pain.
Sold under various brand names as Roxicet and Tylox, it
is available in tablet, capsule, and liquid form. Tablets
contain 25 mg oxycodone hydrochloride and 325 mg acetaminophen;
5 mg oxycodone hydrochloride and 325 mg acetaminophen; 7.5
mg oxycodone hydrochloride and 500 mg acetaminophen; 10
mg oxycodone hydrochloride and 650 mg acetaminophen.
Percocet when abused, can be taken orally in pill form,
chewed, or crushed (then snorted like cocaine). As a result,
the drug causes euphoria by affecting the brain regions
that mediate what we identify as pleasure.
Oxycodone act by fastening to specific proteins called Opioid
receptors, which are found in the brain, spinal cord, and
gastrointestinal tract. In the act, they block the transmission
of pain messages to the brain, thus reducing the pain. In
addition, they produce drowsiness, cause constipation, and,
depending upon the amount of drug taken, depress respiration.
The side effects of Percocet addiction can be daunting
and even moderate doses of some narcotics can result in
a fatal overdose. During the initial stages, a person may
feel restless and nauseous and then progress to loss of
consciousness and abnormal breathing and they may experience
withdrawal symptoms that may last for quite sometime. The
acetaminophen or aspirin in these tablets can lead to liver
and kidney problems if taken in large quantities or for
longer than their intended purpose. The aspirin can also
lead to gastrointestinal bleeding.
Though addiction is very serious, nevertheless there are
several options available for treating addiction to Percocet.
These options are drawn from experience and researches and
it is advisable to undergo such treatments.
Percocet
Detoxification Programs
Detoxification, a long-term treatment of Percocet addiction
is accomplished similarly to other drug detoxification.
The individual put under this treatment is stepped down
gradually off their dose of Percocet until they no longer
physically need to take it. However, the withdrawal symptoms
may be severe at times but if taken care of then
it diminishes cravings for Percocet as well as ridding the
body of harmful toxins.
Behavioral
Therapy
Behavioral therapies can include counseling, psychotherapy,
support groups, or family therapy. For a long-term success,
medical therapy alone hardly ever helps, thus effective
treatment of such drug addiction requires plenty of attention.
Medical treatment should be combined with concurrent behavioral
therapies and provision for social services.
For
More Information on Percocet Addiction
and A Free Professional Consultation Call
800-559-9503
Anytime Day or Night.
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