Opiate Addiction: Methadone Facts

Question: What are the signs of opiate addiction?

(Posted by: Johnny Boy on 2010-06-27 09:48:15)

I have a friend and they had been prescribed percocet a moth ago for an elbow injury which is now all healed. Lately they have had dark, baggy eyes, lost a littttttle weight and a couple times after hanging out with her at my house she has just fallen asleep outaa no where!

Posted by: What Will The Spill Kill? on 2010-06-27, 10:22:24

1. glassy eyes 2.restlessness 3.difficulties sleeping 4.shakiness(if serverly addicted) 6.increased/ decreased appetite(some eat more, others less) --------------------------------------------------------- Your friend does not necessarily have to be addicted. The rings under the eyes and the tiredness could also be signs of an illnes, such as the onset of diabetes. I can remember that I was constantly tired, to the point where I wanted to sleep all the time---and due to that I had sagging eye lids and dark circles under my eyes. The very best thing you can do here is to ask your friend why she feels so tired and why she got those circles under her eyes. You can also ask her if she is still taking the medication. Once you know if she is still on that medication you can decide if you have reason to worry. I have been on percocet for 8 months and did not get addicted to them....good luck

Posted by: Terrie on 2010-06-27, 12:15:41

No one should be taking percocet for a mth even after major surgery. it usually takes 6wks to become addicted to something. they need to wean off or can become very sick....

Posted by: Jennifer E on 2010-06-29, 10:23:38

Some signs include: nausea, muscle pain, irritation, fatigue, headaches and sweating. If you suspect that your friend is having a problem with addiction, a drug intervention can help. Look for more information and support from 12 step programs or treatment programs. Wishing you the best of luck.