Derived from two naturally occurring opiates, codeine and thebaine, hydrocodone is a semi-synthetic opioid that is an active narcotic analgesic and antitussive. First synthesized in the 1920s by Carl Mannich and Helene Lowenheim in Germany, it was first approved by the Food and Drug Administration in the United States in 1943. Due to its ability to present much of the same side effects as other opioids (euphoria, sedation and somnolence), hydrocodone is one of the most common recreational prescription drugs in America, along with oxycodone. With these alarming facts, it’s extremely easy to see why there is growing concern over hydrocodone addiction in Delray Beach, FL.
Particularly prevalent among teenagers and young adults due to its widespread availability, hydrocodone addiction in Delray Beach, FL is growing. Many individuals who have used hydrocodone report a sense of satisfaction, especially at higher doses. Most also reported a warm or pleasant numbing sensation throughout the body.
Hydrocodone addiction in Delray Beach, FL can cause many side effects. The following are some, although not all, side effects of hydrocodone:
- Nausea
- Itching
Narrowing of the pupils
- Difficulty urinating
- Dry throat
- Drowsiness
- Anxiety
- Fuzzy thinking
- Mood swings
- Lightheadness
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Dizziness
The more serious side effects reported from hydrocodone use are slowed or irregular breathing as well as chest tightness.
Any individual attempting to cease using hydrocodone will experience withdrawal symptoms. Symptoms from withdrawal may include, but are not limited to; sever pain, feeling of pins and needles throughout body, sweating, extreme anxiety and restlessness, sneezing, watery eyes, depression and fever.
Luckily, there is help. The Delray Center for Healing offers detox programs as well outpatient treatment options. If you, or someone you know, is struggling with any type of addiction, seek help today.
