Vicodin

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"Vicodin" is a brand name for the generic name for the drug called "Hydrocodone". Vicodin can also be referred to as Vic, Vike and Watson-387 on the street. Vicodin performs the same effect as other narcotics, it relieves pain. It does this by binding to receptors in the brain and spinal cord. Vicodin can be taken with or without food, but under no circumstances should be taken with alcohol. Vicodin is an opiate that is semi-synthetic.It is derived from two naturally occurring opiates; codeine and thebaine. Vicodin can be found in tablet, capsule and syrup form. in recent years, there has been an increase in illegal drug use of Vicodin. Along with its needed effects, Vicodin may cause some unwanted side effects such as:
 * Dizziness
 * Lightheaded
 * Nausea
 * Drowsiness
 * Euphoria
 * Vomiting and constipation
 * Bleeding in gums
 * Skin rash
 * Wheezing
 * Yellow eyes and skin

Vicodin contains a high amount of acetaminophen. This keeps a lot of users from getting addicted or using Vicodin in excessive amounts. Acetaminophen is very damaging to the liver if consumed in excessive amounts over long periods of time. 10-15 grams in one day can be fatal. Vicodin is water soluble which makes it possible to extract some of the acetaminophen by using hot or cold water which makes the drug more consumable. Only in some cases can someone take up to 120 milligrams of Vicodin per day. These patients need to be monitored carefully. Otherwise there is a possibility of an overdose. The symptoms of overdose can not only be devastating but also deadly. Signs of overdose include:
 * Respiratory depression
 * Extreme drowsiness
 * Coma
 * Cold or clammy skin
 * Bradycardia (slowing of heart beat) and hypotension
 * Circulatory collapse, Cardiac arrest or Death

The cost of Vicodin depends on what kind of insurance you have, the strength and how many pills are in the bottle. With that being said, prices could range from $15-50 for a prescription. When being sold on the street, prices depend on the strength of the drug but the prices can be sold up to $10 per pill. As Social Service Workers, we understand the emotional or physical pain that causes some people to seek out drugs as a means to cope. When you come to us for help, we’ll teach you more positive ways of dealing with your pain and help you learn to live a life of sobriety. Social Service Workers will do what it takes to help you in your time of need. Vicodin addiction can ruin everything in your life. You may have lost your job or been kicked out of school. You may find yourself hopeless, alone, broke, and feel that there is no help. Social Service Workers are there for you when you need someone to talk to when you feel that nobody else is listening to you. We will provide endless support with your decisions and help you get on the path you want. Social Service Workers are fully trained on the most current treatment methods and is fully equipped to handle clients and refer them to best possible help they need. Social Service Workers treat every individual with the dignity and respect they deserve; you will never be looked down upon for your substance abuse problem. Forms of treatment we can recommend to you are detoxification programs and group therapy programs. Detoxification are primarily intended to provide patient stabilization until an individual is ready to move on to the next steps of recovery. While you are working through your current mental health crisis we will provide a number of therapeutic sessions to help accelerate your recovery process. This way you will be prepared for when you are ready to transition to another program. Group therapy is an extremely effective intervention that reaches individuals who are struggling to beat addictions. Group sessions create a more social environment where addicts can learn to work together and practice the new skills they have been learning. Process groups will be held to allow patients to work through emotions related to addiction. Group therapy encourages individuals to take a more active approach to their recovery.