Oxycodone Withdrawal and Detox
Siobhan Morse, executive director of The National Institute for Holistic Addiction Studies, discusses Oxycodone Withdrawal and Detox in this Special Report.
What is Oxycodone?
Oxycodone is an opiate with some synthetic properties used in the treatment of pain.
As one of a group of drugs in the narcotic pain reliever category, oxycodone is used to treat mild to severe pain much in the same way morphine is used.
It’s use is highly regulated and because of its addictive properties, should only be used by those under the direct care of a doctor.
Oxycodone Withdrawal and Detox
Oxycodone is often sold under the brand name “Oxycontin.”
What is oxycodone withdrawal?
Oxycodone addiction is typically fueled by the constant need to get more of the drug to prevent going into withdrawal.
Oxycodone withdrawal occurs because the individual, whether someone who is legitimately prescribed the drug or someone who is abusing it illicitly, develops a physical and mental dependence to the drug over time.
When oxycodone is stopped, they begin to experience the uncomfortable and painful response that the body goes through as a result.
They will have very strong cravings for oxycodone and withdrawal symptoms can be very similar to those experienced with heroin withdrawal.
What are the withdrawal symptoms of oxycodone?
The withdrawal symptoms of oxycodone include: anxiety, kicking movements, twitching, muscle spasms and flu-like symptoms.
What is Oxycodone detox?
The treatment for oxycodone addiction is similar to treating other opioid addictions.
Admission to a medically supervised detox clinic will help the user manage the negative withdrawal symptoms.
In order to minimize these effects, it is recommended to gradually reduce the use of oxycodone with the help of a healthcare professional.
Indeed, once the acute effects of oxycodone withdrawal are under control, the focus of oxycodone addiction treatment shifts to helping the patient overcome future temptation by addressing pressing lifestyle and emotional issues.
Oxycodone Withdrawal and Detox
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