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OxyContin Overview

OxyContin is a drug that was originally developed to help relieve the pain of patients who are terminally ill, suffering from extreme pain, or in the terminal stages of cancer. Because of its powerfully addictive properties, it is not prescribed very often, and it unfortunately has been the cause of hundreds of deaths due to OxyContin overdose. If someone becomes addicted to OxyContin, it is nearly impossible for them to break that addiction on their own. For a successful OxyContin addiction treatment, it is necessary to go to an opiate rehab center like The Canyon.

If you're suffering from OxyContin addiction or an addiction to any other drug or alcohol, The Canyon can help. We offer a wide range of services and treatments on an outpatient or inpatient basis to provide you with a comprehensive opiate addiction treatment.

How OxyContin Works

The drug OxyContin is an opiate derivative and is known as an opiate agonist. These types of drugs help relieve pain by interacting with receptors all over the body that are keyed to accept opioid chemicals. This is similar to how other opiates, such as heroin or cocaine, work, and because of their effectiveness, opiates are the most powerful pain relievers available. However, opiate agonists are also highly addictive, and opiate addiction can form very easily and without warning. As addiction sets in, the body gradually becomes more tolerant to the drug, which means that you can take more and more and yet still experience only the minimum of relief attained during the first usage. People who are addicted to and abuse OxyContin may use it to help relieve stress, gain euphoric effects and/or manage physical or mental pain.

How OxyContin is Used

OxyContin has grown quite popular in recent years, and drug users of all ages, ethnic groups and social statuses have begun to use it in higher and higher numbers. If OxyContin is used in its intended manner, its effects will last for around 12 hours as the pill slowly dissolves and releases its contents into the body at a measured rate over time. However, users will typically crush the capsules or chew them, thereby causing all of the chemicals to be released at once. This triggers a bigger "high" but also reduces the length of time that the effects last.

OxyContin Abuse and Addiction is Rising

There are three main reasons why the illegal use and abuse of OxyContin is on the rise. The first reason is that it is easily accessible because it is a common prescription. Second, the drug is cheaper than most other illegal drugs, and most insurance plans will cover its prescription. Third, it is extremely addictive due to the high opiate content in its formula. All of these characteristics together mean that OxyContin is steadily growing in popularity and use.

OxyContin is Highly Addictive

OxyContin is similar to morphine and heroin in its effects, but it much more addictive due to the high levels of opiates which create a more powerful high or a longer lasting effect depending upon how you ingest it. If you ever have to take OxyContin for medical reasons, be sure to take it exactly as prescribed or you risk the possibility of overdose and possible death. Do not alter your prescription without first consulting your doctor.

Opiate Rehab at The Canyon

At The Canyon, we can help you if you are suffering from OxyContin addiction. Just give us a call, and we'd be happy to talk to you about our wide range of treatments and therapies. With our help, you can break your addiction to OxyContin and get a new lease on life. Contact The Canyon today at .

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