Addiction
Darvocet addition is a serious health condition that is progressive and poses grave risks to the people taking this medication. Because of the nature of the addiction, it makes it much easier to overdose on Darvocet.
Darvocet is a narcotic that contains a combination of acetaminophen (also in Tylenol) and propoxyphene, an analgesic in the opioid family that is not only addictive, but causes a range of dangerous and life threatening side effects. Darvocet is so dangerous in fact, that it is frequently used for assisted suicide and dubbed the “Darvon Cocktail” when used in such a manner.
The addictive nature of Darvocet creates both mental and physical dependencies upon the drug. Because of the body’s natural tolerance buildup to opioids, addiction or dependency can occur when a user takes the medication for an extended period.
Identifying Darvocet Addition
Darvocet addiction is not unlike an addiction to heroin. As a user regularly takes the drug, the body gradually builds up tolerance and dependency for the drug, even if the pain of the original injury that prompted a Darvocet prescription is gone. Addiction can be both physical and mental – a mentally perceived “need” for the euphoria associated with opiates is often tied to a true physical dependency on the drug.
Common symptoms of Darvocet Withdrawal:
- Anxiety
- Tiredness/fatigue
- Cravings (for Darvocet)
- Shakiness
- Sweating
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Paranoia
- Skin tingling and other abnormal skin sensations
Withdrawal from Darvocet can be just as dangerous as an overdose. If you are seeking to remove yourself from dependency upon the drug, please consult your doctor before stopping regular dosage.
Consequences of Darvocet Addiction
An opiate addiction can have life-altering consequences. In the case of Darvocet, since the drug contains acetaminophen, severe and permanent liver damage can result and be irreversible. Addiction to the medication often results in damaged relationships, job loss, and also results in impaired driving ability and motor vehicle accidents.
