What you should know about Oxycontin (Oxycodone) Addiction

Oxycontin is known for being one of the most effective pain relievers in medicine. It is a combination of oxycodone and acetaminophen. The Drug Enforcement Agency regulates Oxycontin as a schedule II narcotic, meaning that it is a drug that can be easily abused.
Oxycontin is only available via a prescription from a physician. It is prescribed to individuals who suffer from severe pain. The prescription is short term and the Drug Enforcement Agency prohibits refills of Oxycontin. A new supply of Oxycontin requires a new prescription from a physician.
Despite all of these strict measures being in place, many patients can develop a physical tolerance to Oxycontin. Individuals may require more of the drug in order to achieve the desired effect. When a user is unable to obtain Oxycontin, they look elsewhere for their supply.

The opiate aspect of Oxycontin easily integrates with the endorphin transmitter processes of the brain. Eventually, the opiate aspect of Oxycontin will take over all essential functions of the brain.
When an individual uses Oxycontin long-term, the brain begins to produce a much lower level of endorphin chemicals. The opiate effects of Oxycontin then take over and a dependency develops.

Symptoms of Oxycontin Addiction: There are many symptoms of Oxycontin addiction. 

Some of these symptoms include:

·         Nausea/vomiting

·         Asking to borrow money in order to purchase Oxycontin

·         A noticeable decline in work and/or school performance

·         Constantly obsessing over Oxycontin supply

·         Insomnia

·         Mood swings

Effects of Oxycontin:
A Oxycontin addiction carries many physical, psychological, mental, and social consequences with it.
Physical Effects- An addiction to Oxycontin can compromise, and even damage organs in the body. 

§             Liver dysfunction
§  GI upsets
§  Respiratory failure
§  Death from an accidental overdose

Psychological and Mental Effects:

§            Mood disorders
§  Personality shifts
§  Low self-esteem
§  Thoughts of suicide

Social Effects of Oxycontin Addiction:

§  Damaged interpersonal relationships

§  No desire to participate in normal activities

§  Isolating oneself from loved ones.

Oxycontin Withdrawal
As the brain becomes acclimated to Oxycontin, users will start to feel withdrawal symptoms. These withdrawal symptoms become the main motivator for individuals to continue their drug use.
Some of these withdrawal symptoms include:
§  Depression
§  Paranoia
§  Sleep disturbances
§  Aches and pains
§  Anxiety
§  Seizures
§  Hypertension
§  Tremors

It is highly recommended that withdrawal from Oxycontin be monitored by a medical professional. Being monitored will help lower the chance of any complications that might arise. Also, medication can easily be administered to help the user through the horrible detoxification stage.

When a user has the support of a rehabilitation treatment team, individuals have a great chance at a successful recovery. Under the watchful eye of medical professionals, individuals can detox with ease, and have their medical issues tended to.
If you (or someone you know) may be addicted to Oxycontin, seek out help from an addiction counselor. A counselor can help you choose a treatment that is right for you. 

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