Oxycodone Addiction

Oxycodone is the most potent painkiller that can be taken in pill form, and is a favorite choice among doctors for post-operative pain, despite its potential for addiction. It is the active ingredient in drugs that carry the brand names OxyContin, OxyNorm, OxyIR, Percocet, Endocet, Roxicet, Percodan, Endodan, and Roxiprin. When taken in moderate doses over a short time period (no longer than several weeks), there are few side effects.

However, when taken for longer periods, the body will build up a tolerance to the drug, and larger and larger doses are required for its analgesic properties to be useful. When used for longer than the recommended period, oxycodone addiction can result--though this fact is disputed by drug companies, and several lawsuits are still pending. Some doctors even prescribe oxycodone for chronic pain symptoms, despite the potential for tolerance and addiction.

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If you think you are suffering from oxycodone addiction, professional treatment is the only safe and effective way to detox. Even if your withdrawal symptoms are minor, you could find yourself feeling very sensitive to pain without the drug. At Meditox, we do more than just treat your addiction--we're your first step to a drug-free lifestyle.

There's more to detox than just ridding your body of its addiction. Most people take oxycodone for a reason, and that reason must be addressed for your treatment to be lasting and effective. We'll put you in touch with a doctor in your area who will treat your pain symptoms without using narcotics, and we can even help set you up with a support network of people who have been through the same addiction experience.

If you feel that Meditox might be the right solution for you or your loved one, please call us for a toll-free and private consultation:

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