Percocet: Common Opiate Addiction

Used to treat moderate to severe pain, Percocet’s liberal prescription basis has raised the incidents of its abuse. It is one of the most commonly prescribed opiate painkillers with a huge potential to lead to both physical and psychological dependence.

Percocet can be taken in pill form, chewed, or crushed and snorted. The major risk of addiction comes when the drug has been used for a prolonged time period, usually between two to three weeks.

Who’s at Risk?

Among those who are prescribed the drug, 10 percent are likely to become addicted. Those with the greatest risk of addiction are women, seniors and adolescents. Women are two to three times more likely to be prescribed Percocet than men which can stem from the fact that women are more likely to seek medical attention. Seniors are at great risk because of the large amount of drugs they take in comparison to the general population. Adolescents are at risk because the majority who take them are using for nonmedical purposes.

Percocet Addiction Effects

Like all prescription drugs, Percocet has adverse effects when abused. These include but are not limited to:

·         Drowsiness

·         Constricted pupils

·         Nausea

·         Sedation

·         Vomiting

·         Depression

·         Skin rash

·         Slowed breathing

Percocet Addiction Treatment

Michael’s House in Palm Springs, Calif., offers treatment for Percocet addiction as well as other drug addictions and also alcohol addiction. For more information on treatment and Michael’s House programs, please call 1-877-345-8494. Admissions counselors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to answer your questions.

About Foundations Recovery Network

Foundations Recovery Network is a premier organization for treating persons with addiction and mental health disorders. The company oversees four dual diagnosis treatment centers: Michael’s House in Palm Springs, Calif.; La Paloma in Memphis, Tenn.; and The Canyon in Malibu, Calif.