Opiate Addiction Symptoms
Opiates are a form of narcotic drug that act as depressants in the body and cause many opiate addiction symptoms, particularly in the central nervous system. Opiates are typically used to relieve pain and can cause euphoria or a “high”. The most commonly identified opiates include heroin, morphine, codeine, hydrocodone, and oxycodone. People who use opiates for a long period of time can develop an extremely high tolerance and addiction to the drug. If a person uses opiates for a long time and then ceases use, they may experience feelings similar to the flu. Regular use of opiates can lead to addiction. Addiction to opiates is when a person increases their use to the point where they feel so inclined to consume it that they may go to extreme levels to obtain it despite negative consequences associated with it’s use and obtaining.
Opiate Addiction Symptoms Can Be Deadly
Symptoms that a person is on opiates include: drowsiness, constricted pupils, shallow breathing, needle or track mark from injection site, redness and raw nostrils from possible sniffing of drug, excessive perspiration, shaking, vomiting, or other withdrawal symptoms, and use or possession of paraphernalia (including syringes, bent spoons, eye droppers, rubber tubing, cotton, and needles). Another common symptom is constipation, euphoria, fatigue, confusion, and muscle spasms. Addiction and dependence on opiates are two very different things, although they usually happen at the same time. If you or a person you know experiences withdrawal symptoms when not taking the drug and “craves” the drug or goes to extreme measures to seek out and use the drug, opiate addiction treatment is highly recommended.
