Hydroxycocone Abuse
Q) Can you overdose on Hydrocodone?
A) Yes, overdose of Hydrocodone can be fatal. If you suspect an overdose, seek emergency treatment immediately. Symptoms of a Hydrocodone overdose include:
- bluish tinge to skin
- cold clammy skin
- extreme sleepiness
- heavy perspiration
- limp muscles
- nausea & vomiting
- slowed heartbeat or slowed breathing
Q) Is Hydrocodone addictive?
A) Yes, there has been an increasing trend of abuse in non-Chronic Pain suffering persons. The abuser of these drugs has been shown not to be the inner city youth, but instead a famous actor, a suburban real estate agent, or your next door neighbor. First time abuse of these drugs has been surging, most commonly with the oxycodone and Hydrocodone type painkillers. The two differ slightly in their chemical makeup but have a similar effect on the body.
Every age group has been affected by the relative ease of Hydrocodone availability and the perceived safety of these products by professionals. Sometimes seen as a "white-collar" addiction, Hydrocodone abuse has increased among all ethnic and economic groups. DAWN data demographics suggest that the most likely Hydrocodone abuser is a 20-40 yr. old, white, female, who uses the drug because she is dependent or trying to commit suicide. However, Hydrocodone-related deaths have been reported from every age grouping.
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