Oxycodone

Developed from a derivative of opium, oxycodone is a prescription-only semi-synthetic opioid that’s prescribed to patients for relief from mild to serious pain. As with the other opiates and their derivatives that we treat, oxycodone is a powerful narcotic that can easily result in addiction if it’s not closely monitored or taken as ordered by your physician.

Doctors that prescribe oxycodone warn their patients that they need to use the drug only as directed, and remember to keep their prescription in a safe place and out of the hands of anyone but the patient.

Oxycodone Addiction is Serious

Oxycodone is a mid-level opiate, just beneath morphine and fentanyl in strength. As with any opiate, oxycodone reaches receptors all over the body, as well as brain channels reserved for naturally created “happy” chemicals called dopamine. The purpose of this drug is to reduce the pain sensations we feel throughout the body. For people that deal with chronic pain, it can seem impossible to live without this drug, which is where physical dependence begins. This isn’t like the other pain medications, because it’s meant to be released slowly in the body and brain at intervals, which is why it’s usually in a time-release capsule form. The effects are lasting, and if taken without a prescription or without the supervision of a doctor, it can seriously interfere with your breathing, heart rate, coordination, and concentration.

There are always numerous reasons why someone becomes addicted to oxycodone, and it’s not simply because of the drug itself, but addictive behaviors that are genetic or have been learned early in childhood. Our clients come from a variety of backgrounds, and are dealing with childhood trauma, sexual abuse, mental health conditions, or current life struggles, all of which may have led them to their addiction to oxycodone.

Side Effects of Oxycodone Abuse:

• Nausea and vomiting right after consumption
• Chronic fatigue
• Dizziness
• Clouded memory
• Dry mouth
• Headaches
• Difficulty breathing
• Social withdrawal or anxiety
• Depression when sober
• Cardiac issues
• Mood swings
• Suicidal thoughts
• Slowing of heart rate and blood flow

How is Oxycodone taken in addiction?

Oxycodone can be taken in a variety of ways – in it’s original capsule or liquid form, crushed and dissolved in a drink, or even crushed, dissolved and injected directly into the bloodstream. Some oxycodone addicts also have an alcohol addiction, and the combination of the two can be deadly. Whether you’re addicted to oxycodone or both oxycodone and alcohol, call Enlightened Solutions to get help as soon as possible – we have medical detox programs and combination therapies to help you begin recovery. Entering into addiction recovery for oxycodone addiction is the best option for those struggling with dependency because we can control the environment, creating a safe space that supports healthy recovery for the mind, body, and spirit.

Withdrawal symptoms include:

• Seizures
• Skin rashes
• Seizures
• Vomiting and digestion conditions
• Migraines
• Visual and mental impairment
• Severe sweating
• Insomnia or chronic fatigue
• Heart attack

Enlightened Solutions Cultivates Inner Peace and Balance

Our team of addiction professionals will help you recover from the effects of oxycodone if you’re suffering from this addiction. We have created a healing space here at Enlightened Solutions with many people that have the experience and compassionate hearts to work with you to repair the damage that addiction has done to your life. We have spent a lot of time creating an addiction recovery facility that is a sanctuary for mindful recovery. In addition to offering the best possible holistic treatments to our patients to help those suffering from addiction and/or mental health conditions, our Enlightened Solutions recovery plan cultivates inner peace and joy from within.

Total Wellness and Healing for the Whole Family

Our treatments restructure the thought process surrounding addiction, and we work to enhance the experience with natural recovery, connecting these long-term practices with our client’s desire to find joy in their lives. We strive to build a stable foundation in recovery and give our clients are confidence to build on that foundation in their everyday lives once they’ve completed our program. We also work with families to reintroduce their loved one into a more stable, supportive household, teaching families how to heal as a unit.

Oxycodone addiction can be fatal, so it’s important you enter into a recovery and detox program immediately. Call Enlightened Solutions to get started on your journey to recovery at 833-801-LIVE.