Opioidsare basically drugs which are used by doctors to cure pain. They are derived
from opium hence the name.
Why are Opioid Addictive?
Opioids are potent painkillers, apart from reducing the pain they also promote a feeling of well being and happiness in those who consume them. This at times becomes addictive. Opioids are prescription drugs, which mean to begin with a person gets them on doctor’s recommendation, gradually the tolerance to the drug comes into action and to derive the same benefit a person needs more and more of it. If not taken care of this tolerance takes shape of addiction. Since these are controlled drugs, the addicts are often seen changing their doctors and hiding the facts about their condition to get more and more of this drug. Opioids cannot be taken lightly as an overdose or constant consumption can lead to cardiac arrest and even death.
Why are Opioid Addictive?
Opioids are potent painkillers, apart from reducing the pain they also promote a feeling of well being and happiness in those who consume them. This at times becomes addictive. Opioids are prescription drugs, which mean to begin with a person gets them on doctor’s recommendation, gradually the tolerance to the drug comes into action and to derive the same benefit a person needs more and more of it. If not taken care of this tolerance takes shape of addiction. Since these are controlled drugs, the addicts are often seen changing their doctors and hiding the facts about their condition to get more and more of this drug. Opioids cannot be taken lightly as an overdose or constant consumption can lead to cardiac arrest and even death.
How to detect Opioid Addiction?
Opioid addiction is really menacing to the human body and the
mind. It is a very uncomfortable experience but generally is not
life-threatening.
Following are the symptoms
of opioid withdrawal :
- Low
energy, Irritability, Anxiety, Agitation, Insomnia
- A
runny nose, Teary eyes
- Hot
and cold sweats, Goosebumps
- Yawning
- Muscle
aches and pains
- Abdominal
cramping, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea
The withdrawal
symptoms can last a week to even a few months and can be very trying
for the person undergoing rehab.
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