Opioid Withdrawal
Overview of Opioid Withdrawal
Opioid withdrawal is a life-threatening condition. Opioids are generally a group of drugs used in the management of severe pain. They are also used as psychoactive substances around the world.
Signs and Symptoms of Opioid Withdrawal
Muscle aches, Restlessness, Anxiety, Lacrimation (eyes tearing up), Runny nose, Excessive sweating, Inability to sleep, Yawning very often, Diarrhea, Abdominal cramping, Goosebumps on the skin, Nausea and vomiting, Dilated pupils and possibly blurry vision, Rapid heartbeat, High blood pressure, Digestive issues, Poor feeding, Dehydration, Vomiting, Seizures
Common Causes of Opioid Withdrawal
Over time your body needs more and more of the drug to achieve the same effect and this can be very dangerous and increases your risk of accidental overdose.
Risk Factors of Opioid Withdrawal
Low socioeconomic status, Social issue
Investigation Techniques for Opioid Withdrawal
Liver Function Test, Rapid plasma reagent (RPR), Hepatitis viral testing, HIV testing, Blood cultures, Urine drug screen
Treatment and Prevention of Opioid Withdrawal
Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen, Plenty of fluids, Loperamide, Clonidine, Suboxone, Methadone
Available Opioid Withdrawal Medicines
No medicines currently available for this condition.
