OxyContin

What are the uses of OxyContin?

OxyContin is used for an oxycodone narcotic generically invented and patent-protected in 1996 by Purdue Pharma 1996 for long-term pain relief.

Oxycodone is an oral controlled-release drug that is active over 12 hours. OxyContin has the most long-lasting Oxycodone currently available. The average OxyContin dosage is between two and four tablets instead of 4 to 6 tablets daily for people taking other opioids with smaller effective durations.

OxyContin was initially available in 10-20 40 and 20 milligrams (mg) tablets. A tablet containing 160 mg was introduced in the year 2000. Two other oxycodone-based combination medications, Percocet and Tylox, contain 5 mg of Oxycodone. Percodan-Demi has 2.25 mg.

The duration, strength, and the known dose of OxyContin are the main reasons why the drug appeals to users both who abuse and those who are not. In addition, OxyContin provides long-lasting Oxycodone plasma levels and is less complicated to control than other types of medications.

In addition to Oxycodone, OxyContin also contains the following inactive components:

• Ammonio methacrylate copolymer
• Hypromellose
• Lactose
• Magnesium Stearate
• Polyethylene glycol 400
• Povidone
• Sodium hydroxide
• Sorbic acid
• Stearyl alcohol
• Talc
• Titanium dioxide
• Triacetin

Because Oxycontin is prescribed for prolonged durations for chronic pain, it is possible that other medications taking effect simultaneously could be a possibility. In the event of concurrent prescribing opioids, benzodiazepines, and another central nervous system (CNS) depressants, including alcohol, could cause severe sleepiness, respiratory depression, and coma or death.

A different possibility is a rise in Serotonin that allows the nerves and brain to function. In combination with Oxycontin and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) and norepinephrine receptor inhibitors (SRNI) could result in Serotonin Toxicity or Syndrome, the accumulation of Serotonin inside the body. Serotonin overdose can lead to:

• Agitation/restlessness/confusion
• Heart rate is rapid, and there is high blood pressure
• Inability to control muscles Twitching muscles, loss of muscle coordination, or rigidity of the muscles
• Heavy sweating, diarrhoea, headache, shivering, goosebumps.

Other problems with OxyContin could be:

• Abdominal pain
• Disorders of the breast
• Urinary issues
• Subcutaneous tissue disorders

What was the role of OxyContin In the Opioid Crisis?

Purdue Pharma created an aggressive advertising campaign to promote OxyContin as a superior pain medication due to its ability to be used for a long time.

Oxycodone, which is slow-release, was believed to decrease the likelihood of dependency on drugs. As a result, pharmaceutical agents were keen to market OxyContin tablets. In the end, US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved OxyContin in December 1995 as they believed it would result in less misuse.

Some critics have claimed that the aggressive advertising led doctors to prescribe more opioids and ushered into the deadly opioid epidemic of the 21st Century. Opioid-related overdoses are responsible for the death of over 500 thousand Americans, as per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The FDA quickly recognized its negatives. In July 2001, the FDA issued a stronger warning about the possibility of misuse and misuse of OxyContin. In January 2003, it sent an advisory for Purdue Pharma about its misleading marketing. The company's pharmaceuticals were involved in significant litigation, and in the year 2019, it sought protection from bankruptcy in the wake of judgments against the firm. Legal disputes continue until the end of 2021.

Utilization in the treatment of severe pain and Chronic Pain

A lot of people suffer from discomfort as a result of trauma. Injuries from workplace accidents, car accidents and accidents at home, and emotional trauma from childhood are just a few typical reasons. The relief of pain can aid in recovery. The treatment of pain using prescription medications is readily available and frequently used.

Pain medication is available in various types, each designed to treat pain in various ways. For example, some are slow-release tablets intended to relieve pain for the duration of a long time. In addition, generic medicines such as immediate-release Oxycodone, a generic version of OxyContin, are used as a resuscitation medication in the event of the sudden appearance of pain caused by an unintentional trauma.

Offering adequate pain relief may take different forms like oral morphine or OxyContin treatment. The injection of pain management may be necessary if a patient is struggling to swallow or is in a state of unconsciousness. There are various types of opioids prescribed by doctors and other medications to treat pain. In addition, the use of muscle relaxants may help those who have suffered from trauma.

Chronic pain lasts longer than regular healing times or causes the pain to last for more than 3 months. Patients with cancer may suffer from long-term pain. However, there's also chronic, non-malignant pain. The spinal cord and brain injuries can cause the occurrence of life-long discomfort. Cancer pain can come in many forms. There are many treatments available, some of which do not require OxyContin.

The Substance Use and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) frequently deals with the issue of using opioids to manage chronic pain. Certain mental disorders are causing chronic pain, and healthcare professionals can prescribe long-term opioid therapy to assist those suffering. Tricyclic antidepressants have also been proven to be effective. In addition, Monoamine Oxidase inhibitors are efficient treatments for panic disorders, depression, and social phobia. However, they have been associated with issues when used with opioid medications.

Oxycodone isn't prescribed for sleeping; however, its effects, especially in larger doses, may cause sleepiness. The majority of opioids that influence the opioid receptors possess the ability to act as being sedatives, significantly when pain-related anxiety is reduced.

Opioids cause withdrawal symptoms.

Anyone who has been prescribed opioids or has been diagnosed having a substance use disorder may suffer withdrawal symptoms.

The addiction to drugs isn't just that of addicts and those who are taking the correct dosage of prescribed opioids. Even an accidental dose of tablets that release time will start the withdrawal process because powerful opioids can cause physical dependence.

It is suggested to lower the dosage gradually. Oxycontin prescriptions are available in various strengths that allow for this. It is known as a withdrawal syndrome:

• Pain, aches, muscle spasms, twitching, and tension
• The abdominal muscles and tremors
• Diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting
• Anxiety, irritability or anxiety or
• Insomnia
• Chills and hot flashes
• Heart pounding
• Sweating

Chronic pain can lead to the treatment of addiction issues to opioids. Treatment centres tackle the issue in various ways. If the potential patient is unsure of treatment, it is recommended to discuss the options offered by the admissions specialist before looking into the treatment.

Combining OxyContin and alcohol can cause a drop in heart rate and breathing which can cause the user to feel sleepy. However, it may also be a sign of a deadly overdose. If you drink alcohol and then take Oxycodone or other strong medication like morphine, this combination could be dangerous and life-threatening. The combination of alcohol and opioids could cause side consequences such as:

• Nausea and vomiting
• A heartbeat that is irregular and irregular in rhythm
• The loss of consciousness
• Dehydration
• Blood pressure changes can be a sign of ageing.
• Coma
• Respiratory arrest
• Instability in the cardiovascular system
• The loss of coordination or dizziness
• Disinhibition that is marked
• Abnormal behaviour

Opioids can lead to fatal respiratory depression and even oral Oxycodone. Therefore, life-threatening respiratory depression poses an issue that requires attention.

The history of Opiates and Opioids

Originating from poppies that grow in all humid climates globally, it is the longest-running storyline among opioids. There are numerous references to the addicting drug's use in medicinal and recreational uses that are all over the human story.

Profiting from the sale and production of opium is also an extensive history and is the leading cause of international tension.

In the early 1700s, the British Empire took over a part of India and also produced opium which was then sold to Chinese users of drugs. Profits from sales of opium were used to buy spices and silks, which were then sold back in Britain. However, with the rise of drug abuse and a growing population of addicts, the Chinees wanted to stifle the opium trade, which led to two late 19th Century conflicts with European powers known as"the Opium Wars.

In the 1800s In the 1800s, In the 1800s, a German scientist isolated the potent drug morphine from the opium plant. The new substance was 10 times more potent. In 1874 the English chemical engineer improved the morphine formula to make heroin, which led to a 10-fold boost in the drug's potency.

All of the naturally-produced drugs listed so far are opiates and make up members of the opioid group. Other than opiates, there are synthetic opioids produced in the hopes of improving the substance, increasing the potency, and reducing the effects of addiction.

Opioids cause the same effect as opiates. However, they are manufactured synthetically. Semi-synthetic opioids include heroin, hydrocodone (Vicodin), Oxycodone, or oxycodone hydrochloride (OxyContin/Percocet).

The Synthetic Opioids are Methadone, Meperidine (Demerol), Tramadol (Ultram), Fentanyl (Duragesic, Sublimize), and Carfentanil.

Opioid Addiction

Opioid addiction is a massive problem in our society. Unfortunately, oxyContin plays a key role in the rise in overdoses.

The use of street drugs like heroin was initially thought to be the cause. However, access to OxyContin tablets and other opioid analgesics has led to an epidemic of overdoses within North America.

Opioids can trigger these symptoms

• Acute respiratory depression
• Lower heart rates
• Confusion and agitation
• Drowsy/dizziness
• Physical dependency
• Neonatal withdrawal from opioids
• Gastrointestinal issues (liver, kidneys, stomach)

Treatment Opiate Addiction at La Hacienda

The National Institute on Drug Abuse declares that the abuse of substances and the consumption of potentially fatal doses of illegal drugs are responsible for more deaths, illnesses, and disability than any other health problem.

La Hacienda Treatment Center specializes in the rehabilitation and detoxification process for people seeking an uncluttered life free of substances addiction. We strongly believe in the 12-step system and have witnessed the process work for many who seek to be free from addiction.

Our counselors and doctors are board-certified addiction medicine physicians and experts in substance use disorders. They help the patient as well as their family through treatment options as well as the recovery process. Their daily meetings with patients discuss the spiritual, physical, and healing aspects of treatment. In addition, they provide treatments for pain and methods to improve your physical health. They also have psychiatrists on staff to tackle mental health issues (La Hacienda cannot admit patients seeking treatment for mental illnesses). The nurses are trained and available 24 hours a day and provide excellent services throughout the treatment program.

You or somebody you know struggles with substance abuse, which includes opioids as well as other substances, call (844) 929-0858 now to start your recovery journey. Expert admissions experts will be able to answer your concerns and guide you towards an improved future.