Percocet is the main trade name for the combination drug consisting of oxycodone and paracetamol. It is created and marketed by Endo Pharmaceuticals and is used for the purposes of dealing with strong acute pain. Its extreme potency means that whilst it is effective at treating severe pain in the short-term, it is a high potential for addiction.
The danger comes primarily from the paracetamol substance. Taking over 3000 mg a day can quickly overwhelm the liver with toxins. It is not uncommon for this to happen, by either accident or choice. There have recently been a significant number of deaths in Ontario, Canada, and 400 Americans die each year from percocet drug abuse.
Side Effects
Most of the side effects from this substance do not cause any long-term damage to the body. They follow many other drugs in that they cause the taker to feel weak, nauseous, and faint. These effects usually persist for a few hours before disappearing. People soon begin to feel completely normal again.
As already mentioned, there is a high potential for liver failure because of the toxins from the paracetamol. Other major side effects also include depression, spasms of the larynx, collapsed lungs, and blood clots in the veins. These can easily kill and can cause long-term damage even if takers visit a hospital immediately.
Percocet Addiction Treatment
Percocet is a potent drug that requires immediate treatment. Since the potential for addiction is so high, residential rehabilitation is a necessity. The chances of relapse are high in anything other than inpatient treatment centres. Patients have full access to healthcare professionals who can provide one-to-one therapy. The main point of such treatment is about uncovering the triggers causing the addiction and nullifying them. Through this way, patients can successfully defeat their demons and leave their addictions behind.
