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Duodin

Duodin, or hydrocodone, is an opiate used to treat moderate to severe pain and coughs. The medication changes the way the brain responds to pain by decreasing brain activity. Duodin can be habit-forming if not taken exactly as prescribed. Individuals who become addicted to the medication generally require Duodin addiction treatment. If you or someone you love has any questions about Duodin addiction treatment, call us at for more information.

Duodin Addiction Symptoms

abuse of Duodin pillsAccording to the US Drug Enforcement Administration, nearly 10 percent of all high school students have abused hydrocodone. It is often referred to as a white-collar addiction because of its extensive abuse among the middle-class. Addiction to Duodin can occur between one to four weeks if it is taken at higher doses than prescribed.

Symptoms and signs of addiction to Duodin include:

  • Dizziness
  • Slowed breathing
  • Confusion
  • Lowered body temperature
  • Unexplained weakness
  • Fatigue
  • Nausea
  • Clammy skin
  • Tolerance to the medication
  • Feelings of guilt for taking the medication
  • Insomnia
  • Night sweats
  • Muscle aches
  • Stealing
  • Stomach pains
  • Difficulty urinating
  • Trouble concentrating
  • Distance from relationships
  • Lack of interest in things that once gave pleasure
  • Lack of responsibility in work or school

Once an individual becomes addicted to Duodin, he or she may go to several physicians in order to get more of the medication. Intervention and Duodin addiction treatment are usually the only answers to overcoming this type of drug abuse.

Choosing a Program

Choosing the best Duodin addiction treatment program can be the key to overcoming your addiction. An addiction program can help you get through Duodin detox and provide you with the help you need to successfully complete rehab.

“Choosing the best Duodin addiction treatment program can be the key to overcoming your addiction.”Rapid detox is a new method that helps a patient to go through opiate detox within a matter of hours instead of a matter of days. During rapid detox, you are rendered unconscious using general anesthesia. Your body is then flushed of all opiate drugs. The procedure itself carries a degree of risk, and it is usually no more effective than other methods of detox. It is usually best to stay away from centers that promote instant detox unless urgency is truly required. Studies have shown that the longer your period of treatment, the greater your chances of staying drug-free.

Both inpatient and outpatient programs are available for Duodin addiction treatment. Inpatient programs work well for individuals who are suffering from more than one addiction, such as an addiction to Duodin and an addiction to alcohol. They are also the best choice for an individual who has relapsed. Inpatient programs remove you from your home and place you in a facility where you can be monitored 24 hours a day. Inpatient programs can offer alternative medications to help you through Duodin detox.

An outpatient program is similar to an inpatient program, with the exception that you get to return home each night. This type of program is usually successful for individuals who have no other addictions. It is also perfect for those with children or high-functioning addicts. An outpatient program will provide the same care during the day that a patient would receive in an inpatient program.

Duodin withdrawal can begin as soon as a few hours after your last dose. An addiction treatment program will usually taper you off the medication gradually to reduce withdrawal symptoms. The intensity of your withdrawal depends on how long you have been addicted to the medication. Peak withdrawal symptoms usually occur within two to four days and begin to taper off in five to seven days.

Withdrawal symptoms include:

  • Irritability
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Strong drug cravings
  • Stomach pains
  • Headaches
  • Tremor
  • Hallucinations
  • Chills
  • Sweats
  • Insomnia
  • Seizures

Both inpatient and outpatient programs provide group and individual therapy. A licensed professional will meet with you to discuss your drug history, and find out what led to your addiction. You will discover what triggers cause you to use the drug and how to avoid these triggers. Individual therapy can provide you with time management skills so you can concentrate your time on hobbies and goals rather than the addiction. Group therapy gives you an opportunity to socialize with others going through the same Duodin addiction treatment process.

Rehab

Once you have completed the detox stage of your addiction treatment, you will enter into Duodin rehab. Rehab from drug addiction can last a lifetime. It is extremely important to keep all of your physicians’ appointments and addiction therapy appointments. These activities help to hold you accountable for your actions. Your doctors want to help you succeed and can give you advice and suggestions if you feel you are in danger of relapsing.

Support groups are available once you complete your treatment program. Narcotics Anonymous (NA) groups offer support to individuals who are suffering from drug addiction. They are similar to Alcoholics Anonymous and they help members implement a 12-step program to overcoming addiction. Individuals who complete a 12-step program are less likely to relapse than those who do not. Membership in NA is free, and the only requirement is that you have suffered from drug addiction.

If you or someone you love is in need of Duodin addiction treatment, call us any time day or night at for a free consultation and learn more about different treatment approaches and options for your addiction.

Factoids:

  • Duodin can cause withdrawal symptoms if you immediately stop taking the medication after being on it for several weeks.
  • Duodin is more powerful than codeine and similar to morphine in its effects on the body.
  • Long-term use of Duodin can cause liver damage.
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