OxyContin is an opioids that is very similar to heroin except that OxyContin can be prescribed by a doctor and doesn't need to be bought off the black market. OxyContin, the brand name for oxycodone, has been involved in controversy ever since being approved for pain relief in 1995. The controversy surrounding the OxyContin has centered on its growing abuse by people who use the drug for its pleasurable effects rather than pain relief. The use of OxyContin produces tolerance in the body and brain of the individual and even those with legitimate pain and prescriptions can easily get caught up in a vicious cycle of dependency and addiction. This site is for those who recognize that much of their pain is now caused by the constant obsession and craving for OxyContin.

The pain can be emotional and physical. Tolerance creates a situation for some that even at double, triple or more of the current prescription, individuals may report that they still feel pain and increase their dosage yet again. For others, increased amounts of the drug are taken initially for extra events such as the office Christmas party or family gathering where the drug is used to induce feelings of pleasure to cover the emotional pain or awkwardness. Soon a constant supply of the drug is needed to keep up with the tolerance levels because OxyContin is not a drug that is easily stopped. Physical dependence means that withdrawal symptoms are felt when the dosage is reduced or stopped.

Such withdrawal symptoms include:

flu-like pains
bone pain
diarrhea
vomiting
cold flashes
sleeplessness
muscle ache

These symptoms can be almost intolerable at times and it is no wonder that many people are unable to stop because they cannot face these withdrawal symptoms. Remember that OxyContin is just synthetic morphine and is as powerful as any street drug like heroin. It delivers the same euphoric feelings to the brain that can hook people into this reward system. The body associates pleasure with OxyContin and the brain reinforces behaviors that obtain the drug.

Making excuses for having multiple doctors and rationalizing going to several different pharmacies are just a few of the many defenses our brain tells us to justify our dependence on OxyContin. Illegal activities such as forging prescriptions, faking emergency room visits and other secret behaviors can cause a cycle of shame and guilt that can cause emotional pain. This pain can often be worse than the physical pain.

Scripts specializes in treating the emotional pain as well as the physical pain associated with OxyContin. Our in house doctors can ease the physical symptoms of withdrawal so that you can focus on treating the feelings and behaviors of addiction. Our counselors will construct a personalized treatment plan to address your unique needs and you will find support with other prescription drug users. In fact, Scripts has recently dedicated a whole new facility that specializes in prescription drug abuse and we feel it is very special.

Located on an exclusive California beach, this facility stretches over the ocean and provides spectacular views from private rooms. Unlike any other facility, the Scripts prescription drug abuse facility focuses just on the needs of pill dependents. We have other effective facilities for alcoholics and street drug addicts but understand that those suffering from dependencies on drugs like OxyContin have different circumstances.

There is life and happiness without OxyContin. Give us a call today for more information or to enroll in our program.