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How To Quit The Addiction Of Oxycodone?

Hi I have been addicted to oxycodone for sometime mostly sniffing percocet, i am at the point now where if i dont sniff a perc or a tylenol my right nostril feels like it is on fire and almost unberable. I want to stop but i have tried everything vasoline in the nostril nasal spray nothing helps but to sniff a percocet or tylenol.
Thu, 11 Dec 2014
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Oxycodone is a opioid drug. Regular long term use of the drug results in dependence and tolerance to its effects. Abrupt stoppage of its use after long term use can precipitate withdrawal symptoms. To prevent withdrawal syndrome you need to consult a Psychiatrist. Gradual tapering of dose is advised to prevent withdrawal. Medicines like Buprenorphine or Methadon can be used to prevent withdrawal syndrome. To reduce craving Pregabalin or Baclofen can be used.
Consult a psychiatrist for treatment and stop abusing Oxycodone.

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How To Quit The Addiction Of Oxycodone?

Hello thanks for choosing Health Care Magic for your health related queries Oxycodone is a opioid drug. Regular long term use of the drug results in dependence and tolerance to its effects. Abrupt stoppage of its use after long term use can precipitate withdrawal symptoms. To prevent withdrawal syndrome you need to consult a Psychiatrist. Gradual tapering of dose is advised to prevent withdrawal. Medicines like Buprenorphine or Methadon can be used to prevent withdrawal syndrome. To reduce craving Pregabalin or Baclofen can be used. Consult a psychiatrist for treatment and stop abusing Oxycodone. Thanks, hope this helps you