Vicodin Addiction
Vicodin detox is treatment for addiction to the brand
name prescription painkiller Vicodin®, a combination of acetaminophen
(Tylenol) and hydrocodone, which is prescribed for moderate to moderately
severe pain. Vicodin® is available in tablet, capsule, and liquid form
and is taken every 4-6 hours by mouth. Since hydrocodone is an analgesic
opiate (closely linked to Morphine) and can be habit forming, care must be
taken to follow the doctor's instructions. Vicodin
addiction can occur from a larger or more frequent dose is taken, or
taken for longer than the doctor has prescribed.
Vicodin addiction is on the rise in the U.S. as sales and production
of hyrdocodone have increased significantly in recent years—nearly
400% between 1990 and 2000—along with diversion and illicit use. Currently,
about 20 tons of hydrocodone products are used annually in the United States
. Generally, Vicodin addiction occurs by oral rather than intravenous
administration.
Vicodin Detox
Vicodin
detox can be difficult because the drug falls into the opiate category
(naturally occurring constituents of opium), causing both mental and physical
addiction. Opiates travel rapidly through the bloodstream to the brain,
where they stimulate opiate receptors, triggering intense feelings of pleasure
and reward. (The hydrocodone in Vicodin® creates sensations of pleasure
by stimulating the body’s production of Dopamine. It binds to the
pain receptors in the brain so that the sensation of pain is reduced.)
This quick high is followed a state of relaxation and contentment that
lasts for several hours. Concurrently, opiates act directly on the respiratory
center in the brainstem, causing a decrease in the breathing rate of the
user. When Vicodin® and/or other opiate-derivative drugs are used incorrectly,
this breathing slow-down can be dangerous and even fatal.
Vicodin
detox methods differ. Many traditional treatment centers have
focused on talk therapy and the psychological aspects of addiction, while
others treat the often unbearable symptoms of withdrawal. The rate of success
with traditional methods, however, has been low.
A newer and quicker method of Vicondin detox is Accelerated Neuro-Regulation
(ANR), a rapid drug treatment that is being used with increasing success
for opiate dependency. ANR, also known as the Waismann Methodsm (formerly
rapid detox), treats Vicodin addiction as a physical disease that can
be overcome with advanced medical techniques. ANR eliminates the cravings
that often accompany traditional opiate detox treatments. The Waismann Methodsm
has been clinically proven to be effective for Vicodin addiction. In
fact, ANR clinics have reported success rates of nearly 64% in treating a
variety of opiate addictions, including Vicodin addiction.
Are You Addicted To Vicodin?
If you or someone you know may be addicted to Vicodin, contact
the Vicodin detox experts today and break the chain of opiate dependency.
