Hydroxycocone Abuse
Q) How is Hydrocodone used?
A) Hydrocodone when abused is taken orally, chewed, crushed (then snorted like cocaine), or crushed (then dissolved in water and injected like heroin).
Hydrocodone-containing
products are in tablet, capsule and liquid forms. A variety
of colors, markings, and packaging are available.
The major source of Hydrocodone to the street has been through
bogus call-in and forged prescriptions, professional diversion
through unscrupulous pharmacists, doctors, and dentists, and
large-scale thefts. The pills have been sold for $2 to $10 per
tablet and $20 to $40 per 8 oz bottle on the street.
Q) What are the effects of Hydrocodone?
A)
anxiety constipation decreased mental & physical performance difficulty breathing difficulty urination dizziness drowsiness dry throat emotional dependence exaggerated feeling of depression extreme calm (sedation exaggerated sense of well-being fear itching mental clouding mood changes nausea & vomiting rash restlessness sluggishness tightness in chest
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