Demerol Addiction

Ease Demerol Withdrawal Symptoms with Treatment

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Demerol is a Schedule 2 Narcotic, which is in the same category as codeine, morphine and heroin. It is an extremely dangerous and addictive drug. Demerol, also known as meperidine, is similar to other opiates such as Vicodin, Dilaudid and OxyContin. It is found in pill form or syrup and is only legally available through prescription.

The Process of Demerol Addiction

Demerol is prescribed by a doctor for legitimate pain
Pain relief is achieved
Euphoric effect on brain occurs
Initial euphoric effect becomes harder to achieve
More and more Demerol is needed to relieve pain
A tolerance and Demerol addiction occurs

Effects of Demerol Addiction

Whether it is due to the reduction in pain or an elevation in pleasurable feelings, a person suffering from Demerol addiction begins to take more Demerol than what has been prescribed. This abuse almost always leads to a mental obsession and a craving for more of the drug.

As Demerol use increases, so will the physical symptoms associated with its abuse. These symptoms include, but are not limited to:

Constipation
Sweats
Nausea
Loss of concentration
Dizziness
Drowsiness
Dry mouth

Demerol Withdrawal

Demerol addiction is both physical and mental. Because Demerol is physically addictive, it should not be discontinued abruptly. Severe Demerol withdrawal symptoms as well as seizures or convulsions may occur if the use of Demerol is dramatically reduced or eliminated. It is for this reason that Demerol withdrawal should be gradual and performed in one of many residential treatment programs under strict medical supervision.

Demerol withdrawal symptoms include:

Vomiting
Diarrhea
Restlessness
Insomnia
Muscle pain
Bone pain

In addition to the physical addiction created by Demerol abuse, it is not uncommon for those suffering from Demerol addiction to experience the following:

Financial difficulties
Personal relationship issues
Employment difficulties
Legal problems
Adverse psychological effects

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