Everything you need to know about Fentanyl Addiction Treatment in Kelowna at Options Okanagan Treatment Center

What Is Fentanyl?

This is a pain medication which is quite powerful more than morphine. It’s mostly used as a treatment option for patients with chronic pain disorders that can’t be controlled using any other types of pain medications. Once absorbed in the body, Fentanyl blocks any feeling of pain by giving the person a sense of euphoria which induces relaxation. It is only prescribed under strict supervision from a health care professional. Administration of Fentanyl is controlled and regulated. Therefore, any treatment should be properly registered and documented.

Administration Of Fentanyl

Naturally, the drug is administered through injections, as lozenges or patches. People who abuse the drug mix it with other hard drugs such as heroin or cocaine to increase the overall potency. There are also a few abusers who cut the patches and eat them or smoke the gel inside the patches. Fentanyl is a very addictive drug even when used for a short time. People have been warned against the use of this drug in recreational settings since the effects are very dangerous and can result in death.

Why Are People Addicted To Fentanyl

Despite there being many studies regarding addiction to Fentanyl, the reason behind the addiction is not really established. Addiction studies reveal that people are mostly addicted to pain medications like Fentanyl due to biological, psychological and social reasons. If a person has a genetic predisposition to addiction, there’s a high likelihood that he/she might become addicted to pain medication or other types of drugs.

In a social setting, people might become addicted to drugs if the living conditions push them to the limit. There are also a few people who are pushed into drug use because of peer pressure especially from relatives or friends who use drugs too. People who are psychologically forced into addictions do so because of previous traumas where the person was exposed to the drug and is unable to stop using it.

There are many reasons why people might
choose to abuse Fentanyl but the underlying reason is because the drug provides a temporary relief from pain. There is a thin line between using the drug for medicinal purposes or in a recreational setting. There are many people who try to test the boundaries and find themselves falling very fast into addictive patterns. However, if you find yourself caught in a messy addiction with Fentanyl, seek help from relatives or a professional.

Symptoms And Signs Of Addiction Of Fentanyl

If you have someone close to you suffering from Fentanyl addiction, he/she will display the following symptoms.

– Frequent constipation which is accompanied by bouts of nausea and vomiting
– Weakness or exhaustion even without performing difficult tasks
– Shallowness of breath
– Fast heartbeats
– Swollen feet or hands
– Poor concentration and confusion
– Unconsciousness which may lead to a coma in severe cases
– Dizziness or drowsiness which might completely incapacitate someone

What Are The Effects Of Fentanyl Addiction?

There are many short term and long term effects of addiction Fentanyl which can be displayed in the following aspects.

• Physical effects of Fentanyl include respiratory problems, poor immunity, distress in the digestive systems among others.
• Psychological effects include altered perception, depression, paranoia, anxiety, mood shifts, hallucinations or delusions.
• Social effects include lack of socialization with other people, loss of interest in social activities, seclusion from family which damages relationships and loneliness.

Instant withdrawal from Fentanyl can result in symptoms such as chills, loss of appetite, irritability, aches in the muscles or hot flashes. If you’re suffering from this addiction, you should seek the right type of treatment from a rehab facility or a counselor. Talk to family members and seek support from your friends throughout the treatment period.

Our Treatment Location:
Options Okanagan Fentanyl Treatment Center
551 Sherrydale Crescent, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 2E6
Toll Free Phone Number : 1-855-335-0331