Lortab
Lortab is made up of a combination of hydrocodone and acetaminophen. Hydrocodone belongs to a group of medicines known as opioids, which are used to relieve pain. On the other hand, acetaminophen is a substance commonly found in numerous over-the-counter cold medications, often used to help reduce fever and discomfort.
About
Lortab works by slowing down the central nervous system, providing the user with increased resistance to pain, much like other opioids. Due to its dual composition, Lortab can lead to extra side effects that are not commonly seen with most other opioids. These can include typical mood fluctuations, difficulties with sleep, and headaches. Additionally, feelings of dizziness, a lack of motivation, and body discomfort may also arise.
The initial indications of a Lortab dependency emerge when an individual begins to misuse the medication’s intended purpose. This encompasses surpassing the recommended dosage, taking doses at inappropriate intervals, continuing use after it is no longer medically necessary, and using it primarily for its pleasurable effects.
Treatment for Lortab
Withdrawal symptoms from Lortab encompass difficulties with sleep, loss of appetite, restlessness, queasiness, and similar feverish feelings. Additionally, Lortab can lead to liver damage because it contains acetaminophen.
Opiate Replacement Therapy (ORT) offers an effective strategy for detoxifying from opioids while reducing the unfavorable effects of withdrawal. This is achieved by employing milder opioids to meet the brain’s demands as it gradually adapts to resuming a life without the opioid.
Three different medications are available for selection, with suitability depending on the individual. The only drawback is the potential for these substances to be misused. The initial two choices are Methadone and Suboxone. While Methadone boasts a higher rate of success, it also holds a greater likelihood of being abused due to its own status as a weak opiate.
The third option is Vivitrol, administered monthly and considered the safest among the three. However, for it to be considered safe, the patient must be completely detoxified from all alcohol and opiates. The duration of Lortab detox varies based on individual usage history, spanning from a few days to several months.
Other Substances
Feel free to contact us with any questions or inquiries, or to schedule an appointment by email request. You can also call us at (267) 584-8984
Feel free to contact us with any questions or inquiries, or to schedule an appointment by email request. You can also call us at (267) 584-8984
©2023 South Philadelphia Structured Living. Privacy Policy | Terms of Use