Vicodin Addiction Information - Rehab Alternative Program.

Vicodin Addiction Information -

Vicodin, also known as hydrocodone and paracetamol (acetaminophen) is a pain killed that is an addictive drug and is commonly misused by the user with pain and those with out. Vicodin is in the opioid analgesics drug category.

Vicodin has many side effects including an allergic reaction, weak breathing, seizures, clammy skin, sever weakness, dizziness, hyperventilation, unconsciousness, yellowing of the eyes and skin, fatigue, bleeding, bruising, constipation, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, muscle twitches, sweating, itching, hearing loss, decreased urination and sex drive and slowing of the pulse.

Vicodin has also been linked to causing stomach ulcers, although this is assumed to be due to the addition of other non-narcotic analgesics to hydrocodone preparations like aspirin.

Symptoms of a Vicodin overdose may include slow breathing, cold and clammy skin, dizziness, weakness, seizures, loss of consciousness, confusion, constricted pupils, tiredness, coma, nausea, vomiting, and bluing of the tongue, an overdose can even lead to death.

A prescription is need for Vicodin but can be found on the streets illegally. Vicodin pills have been sold for $2-$10 per tablet and $20-$40 per 8oz bottle on the streets.  Anyone can become addicted to Vicodin and those who are will go to far extremes to get their hands on it.  Some will go as far has stilling a prescription book from a doctors office