Codeine
– Codeine, commonly referred to as syrup
is a 3 methyl morphine which is an analgesic liquid
typically prescribed for chronic cough or mild
pain. Due to the media publicized use from professional
rappers the drug has a growing addiction rate.
Codeine Abuse – Because
of the widespread prescription rate for chronic
cough, and the euphoric effect produced by the
drug codeine is very commonly abused. Due to a
quick building tolerance users may have to ingest
more to feel the euphoric feeling.
Codeine Addiction – Codeine
Addiction occurs when persons continue to
use the drug despite its negative consequences
Often time those persons addicted to codeine develop
and addiction to the drug because of its quick
acting physical dependence, and habit forming
traits.
Codeine Detox – Because
codeine is in the opioid class family of drugs,
it is quick to form a physical dependence within
the body, and users report they cannot stop on
their own. Also due to the sever withdrawal effects
it is highly recommended that those persons who
suffer from a codeine addiction enter a codeine
Detox so the drug can be removed from the body
in a safe medical environment.
Codeine Treatment – This
is often the 2nd phase in codeine
recovery. Persons who have completed codeine
Detox are encouraged to enter w codeine treatment
center in which they will become educated about
the drug and shown coping and life skills.
Codeine Rehab – Codeine
Rehab centers specialize in treating codeine
addiction. Those persons who enter a codeine rehab
learn to function in everyday life without using
codeine, as well as learn coping mechanisms, and
life skills through individual counseling, and
group therapy
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