What is Percocet and what is it used for?

Percocet is the official brand name for the narcotic analgesic (painkiller) compound comprised of Oxycodone and Paracetamol (acetaminophen) currently produced by Endo Pharmaceuticals. It is commonly given by the doctors for the treatment of temporary, moderate to severe pain. Unfortunately, it is extremely popular among recreational drug users and the addiction to it is the primary reason why Percocet rehab programs are found in the majority of the drug addiction rehab centers throughout the US.

Despite the fact that many individuals take Percocet for as prescribed by a physician and for legitimate reasons, they will develop a dependency on the medication and it may get so severe that they will have to enter a Percocet rehab program to overcome their problems. Just like with other narcotic analgesics, the primary negative aspect with Percocet is the fact that tolerance to the drug builds up quickly and almost unnoticeably. As time goes on, they feel that they need stronger doses of the drug to get the pain relief they are looking for.

Knowing if you have a dependency on Percocet

Sometimes a person will have issues associated with taking Percocet that clearly indicate that they have developed an addiction to or dependency on the drug although they will honestly feel that they are experiencing anything but that. They will even deny that there is an addiction present despite cravings for the medication in between doses or prioritizing it above everything else. Only when they attempt to stop taking it and the withdrawal symptoms begin do they finally realize that there is a problem.

If you are unsure about whether or not you have developed a dependency on this drug, the following issues indicate the possible presence of an addiction and you should think about getting professional help for it – both medical and psychological:

You choose Percocet over everything else – family members, friends, loved ones, important events and gatherings included

You have intense cravings for the drug- as the effects of it begin to fade when you are in between prescribed doses

You try to quit- taking the drug and are unsuccessful at doing this every time

When you do try to quit- you start to experience withdrawal symptoms. These include:

• anxiety and panic attacks
• chills and goose-bumps
• depression
• erratic or sudden mood changes
• excessive sneezing
• insomnia and sleeplessness
• intense cravings for the drug
• involuntary leg movement
• lack of energy
• runny nose
• watery eyes

The onset of these withdrawal symptoms typically occurs within 24 to 72 hours of stopping your doses of the drug. The longer you have been using Percocet, the stronger the above withdrawal symptoms are going to be. If you feel you have an addiction to this medication and you need an effective Percocet rehab program to help you overcome it, contact the Delray Recovery Center today and talk with one of our addiction specialists. We are here to answer your questions 24/7/365.