Overview of Percodan
The Food and Drug Administration classifies Percodan is a Schedule II Controlled Substance. This means that while the drug has an accepted medical use, a high potential for abuse also exists. Percodan is only available by prescription and is usually taken orally at the first sign of pain. Percodan might not work as well if taken after the initial pain has gotten worse.
Percodan is a combination of two pain relievers, aspirin and oxycodone, and is used to reduce moderate to moderately severe pain. Aspirin is a salicylate and a nonsteroidal, anti-inflammatory drug. It works by blocking certain natural substances in the body to reduce pain and swelling. Oxycodone is a semi-synthetic opioid drug is in the family of opioid pain relievers that acts on certain parts of the brain to relieve pain. The Oxycodone contained in Percodan can be addictive, even when it is taken at regular doses.
What is Oxycodone?
Oxycodone belongs in a group of medicines called narcotic analgesics and is taken to relieve pain severe enough to require opioid treatment or when other pain medicines do not work well enough. Oxycodone relieves pain by acting on the central nervous system.
When used for an extended period of time, oxycodone can cause physical and mental dependence and become habit forming.
Oxycodone creates feelings of euphoria and relaxation are the most, explaining the drug’s high risk for abuse.
Common side effects of Oxycodone include
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Tiredness
- Stomach pain
- Constipation
- nausea
- vomiting
How is Oxycodone abused?
Oxycodone can be abused by taken orally or intravenously. The tablets can be dissolved in water and injected or crushed and snorted. Tablets can also be placed on a piece of foil and then heated and inhaled.
What is aspirin?
Aspirin is a salicylate. Salicylates are a group of chemicals derived from salicylic acid. Aspirin is used to reduce fever and inflammation and treat pain. The medication is also used to treat or prevent heart attacks, strokes, and chest pain.
Is Percodan Addictive?
Because Percodan is an opioid, individuals using the drug can become dependent or addicted to it. Those who are addicted to Percodan should seek professional help.
What is Percodan Addiction?
Addiction, also referred to as substance use disorder, is a brain disease manifested by compulsive use of substance that persist despite negative consequences. Individuals addicted to Percodan have a powerful urge to use the substance to the point that it can consume every aspect of their life. Many addicts use addictive substances such as Percodan, even knowing their use will have severe consequences. Individuals usually begin using drugs to feel good or get “high,” to improve performance, because they are curious or succumb to peer pressure. However, various treatments are available, and addicts can recover to the point to the point of leading normal and productive lives.
Signs of Percodan addiction can include:
- becoming obsessed with finding and taking Percodan.
- losing interest in activities you once enjoyed.
- performing poorly at work or school.
- suffering financial losses due to money spent on Percodan.
- continuing to take Percodan despite serious consequences.
- increased tolerance to Percodan.
- Experiencing physical withdrawal when stopping the use of Percodan.
What is Drug Addiction Treatment?
Addiction treatment for individuals addicted to Percodan and other drugs is designed to help those individuals stop compulsive drug use and drug seeking behavior. Treatment can take many forms and can take place in a variety of settings. Treatment can also last for different lengths of time. Because drug addiction is almost always a compulsive disorder characterized by occasional relapses, one-time, short-term treatment is usually not sufficient. For most individuals, treatment is a long-term process that involves multiple interventions and ongoing monitoring.
Types of Drug Addiction Treatment
There is an array of proven, evidence-based methods used to treat addiction. Treatment can include behavioral therapy, medications, or a combination of both. Some treatment programs may also provide help with health, legal, familial, occupational, and social problems that often manifest concurrently with addition. The exact type of treatment or combination of treatments will vary depending on the needs of the individual and what types of drugs they are using. Treatment can take place in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The best programs usually employ a combination of therapies Following is a breakdown of types of treatment:
Individual Therapy
A variety of counseling models are used throughout the process of recovery to help individuals avoid relapses and overcome their addictions. Individual therapy is among the most common and essential elements of addiction treatment.
Individual therapy can provide people with the tools needed to manage anxiety, depression and other emotional stressors that can lead to relapse.
Individual therapy can also teach coping mechanisms for dealing with addiction triggers and help the client learn how to break specific negative social patterns that can trigger relapses.
Therapy offers a safe nurturing and environment and fosters positive behaviors and addiction avoidance practices.
Group Therapy
Group therapy is a vital element in any complete addiction treatment program. Group therapy offers participants with the opportunity to receive encouragement and support from their peers and professionals surrounding them in a treatment environment. The inherent sense individuals must congregate and to depend on people around them makes group therapy a powerful apparatus in treating substance abuse.
Additionally, many addicts enter treatment after living in isolation. Therefore, it is critical for addicts in treatment to limit isolation and connect with their community. Recovering addicts stand a far better chance at getting and maintaining recovery available support by not facing the battle of drug and alcohol addiction alone.
Medications
Some individuals trying to give up drugs or alcohol relapse because they cannot cope with painful withdrawal symptoms. Medication used for treating addictions may be prescribed as part of a recovery program, making it easier for recovering addicts to stay clean and sober.
Certain medications can mimic the effects of addictive drugs, which relieves cravings and withdrawal symptoms.
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Originally posted on September 24, 2020 @ 4:30 am
