Codeine Substance Abuse Treatment
What is Codeine prescribed for?
The drug codeine is an opiate and is typically prescribed for its analgesic, anti-diarrheal, and antitussive properties. The drug is defined as being the prototype of opioids that are weak to mid-range in effectiveness. It is used to treat moderate pain, but being a narcotic pain reliever, it can be extremely addictive and habit-forming. Additionally, taking it in larger doses than what is prescribed can be extremely dangerous if not fatal.
Side effects and symptoms
Because of its opiate composition, codeine is a favorite of recreational drug users. Misusing the drug oftentimes leads to overdosing which is marked by a number of symptoms which include the following:
- cold and clammy skin
- confusion
- extreme drowsiness
- fainting
- shallow breathing
- small pupils
As a result of codeine’s popularity with recreational drug users, many addiction rehab centers throughout the US provide clients with codeine substance abuse treatment programs to help them to overcome their addictions.
Signs and withdrawal symptoms
Whether it is you or a loved one that is concerned with having a codeine dependency, there are certain signs to be aware of or look for when you are trying to determine if a problem exists. The two most common signs that indicate a codeine addiction is present are the compulsive or uncontrollable use of the drug and the presence of withdrawal symptoms. These withdrawal symptoms include:
- fever
- headaches
- irregular heartbeat
- insomnia
- muscle pain and twitches
- nausea
- runny nose
- vomiting
- weakness
Continued abuse of codeine despite the negative consequences that can result is also a strong indicator that dependency is present. If you or your loved one is suffering with any of the above, you should contact a medical professional in order to start getting help.
Getting help from the Delray Recovery Center
Our addiction treatment and recovery center offers some of the most successful programs in the US, especially our codeine substance abuse treatment program. All of our clients are welcomed into a residential environment that provides them with a safe haven free from the places and people that tend to trigger their addictive behavior. You will have an apartment like setting to relax in when your day is done so that you get the rest you need to recover successfully from your addiction.
Our program is based on a 5-phase step-down model that includes a wide range of Holistic and traditional therapies that are geared to treating the client’s body, mind, and spirit.
