Oxycodone Addiction Detox

Oxycodone is a highly addictive drug. It belongs to a group of drugs called opiate analgesics. This particular group of drugs is highly habit-forming. Addiction to oxycodone can happen quickly, whether it is intentional or unintentional. An addiction to oxycodone is formed when the user’s body becomes dependent on the drug and needs the presence of the drug in order to function properly. When this happens, the user feels as though they need the drug every so often to feel normal. Addictions are extremely hard to break. There are several steps that need to be taken in order to successfully break the addiction and there are several paths that may be taken.

Outpatient vs. Residential Oxycodone Treatment

The first step is to pick a treatment plan option that bests suits your needs. Outpatient plans are less expensive; however, professional care is limited since most of the treatment is spent in your own home. Although residential is significantly more expensive, 24-hour care is provided which is really helpful during certain parts of the treatment plan.

Oxycodone Detox

Detoxification is the first step in the treatment plan. It is also the most uncomfortable and often painful part of the process. During this step, the opiate detox cleanses the body of all the harmful toxins that have been built up during the drug use. During this process, the patient will go through withdrawal because the body will not be used to the absence of oxycodone quite yet. This is the most physically unpleasant part. The user may experience:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Fever
• Chills
• Strong cravings for oxycodone
• Sleeplessness
• Irritability
• Mood swings

It is helpful to go through this in an actual rehab facility because the professionals are able to monitor the process and help in case something goes wrong. It is also hard to successfully complete this alone without relapsing. The symptoms may last from two days up to two weeks.

Some may choose to go through the process naturally, but some choose medical detox. With medical detox, the professionals are able to give the patient certain medications (methadone, etc.) to aid in the process and reduce the effects.

Oxycodone Rehab

Although detox is necessary and helpful, it only helps with the physical addiction. Most patients seek additional treatment after detox in order to ensure a successful break from addiction. Rehab offers help with coping mechanisms, warning signs for relapse and the confidence to re-enter the world into a drug free life.

If you or a loved one would like more information on oxycodone addiction and detox, please call our toll free number at (888) 371-5715.