Oxycontin is prescribed to be taken every 12 hours because the tablets contain a controlled, time-release formulation of the medication. Oxycontin abusers remove the sustained-release coating to get a rapid release of the medication, causing a rush of euphoria, very much like heroin.
Common signs of Oxycontin addiction:
Physical Signs:
- Red Around Nasal Passages
- Nosebleeds (This drug is often crushed and snorted.)
- Euphoria
- Constipation
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Lightheadedness
- Headache
- Dry Mouth
- Hives
- Fast Or Slow Heartbeat
Behavioral Signs:
- Job Loss
- Relationship Problems
- Restlessness
- Irritability
- Frequent Tardiness Or Absence From Work
- Debt Or Money Problems
- Anxiety
- Restlessness
- Short Temper
- Shortness Of Breath
- Hallucination
- Confusion
