Darvocet Substance Abuse Treatment
What is Darvocet and what does it treat?
The brand name for the opioid-based analgesic or painkiller Dextropropoxyphene is Darvocet or Darvon. Although doctors primarily prescribe the drug to treat mild pain, it is oftentimes prescribed as a cough suppressant or antitussive. It is related to the synthetic narcotic known as Methadone and is a powerfully addictive drug. Unfortunately, it is very popular among recreational drug users. The drug can be ingested by chewing it, crushing it and then inhaling it, or crushing it and then dissolving it in water for drink or injection.
Darvocet addiction and side effects
Listed below are the most common side effects of the drug which are also warning signs of a Darvocet addiction being present:
- yellowed eyes and skin
- kidney problems
- weakness
- headaches
- vomiting
- hallucinations
- skin rashes
- elated feelings
- sedation
- drowsiness
- nausea
- dizziness
- minor visual disturbances
- depression
- liver problems
- constipation
- lightheadedness
- abdominal pain
Because of its similarities to Methadone, Darvocet is just as addictive and dependencies can build up quickly. The renowned medical journal “Clinical Pharmacology” stated that Darvocet’s highly addictive nature is the most prominent characteristic of the drug. Darvocet produces physiological and psychological dependencies just like any other addictive drug does.
Darvocet addiction rehab programs
Because of Darvocet’s highly addictive nature and the numerous reported cases of death due to overdose and serious illnesses associated with Darvocet addiction, many addiction treatment and recovery centers offer Darvocet substance abuse treatment programs. The Delray Recovery Center is a residential in-patient rehab facility that offers treatment for Darvocet addiction. The expertise of our licensed staff members includes a thorough knowledge of this drug and its addictive capabilities.
Additionally, they are well versed at the recovery process and can easily customize a Darvocet substance abuse treatment program that will target your personal needs effectively so that you remain substance-free for life. We employ an integrative treatment and recovery program that provides the client with a comprehensive continuum of care that is based on a 5-phase step down model.
The first phase of our Darvocet substance abuse treatment is the most intensive but that intensiveness continues to decrease through each of the ensuing phases while at the same time allowing you more and more freedom as you progress through the program. We also provide certain activities and other programs that enhance the recovery process including:
- art therapy
- group and individual counseling sessions
- health and wellness programs
- healthy meal planning
- spirituality workshop
- therapy based field trips
