Symptoms of OxyContin Addiction
- Taking a higher OxyContin dosage than prescribed
- Taking OxyContin more frequently than prescribed
- Taking OxyContin for longer time periods than prescribed
- Taking Oxycontin in ways of administration other than prescribed
Common Signs and Symptoms of OxyContin Addiction
Some signs and symptoms which indicate the presence of a OxyContin addiction includes:- Loss of control over OxyContin use
- Developed tolerance for OxyContin
- Secretive behavior
- Physical dependence on OxyContin
- Preoccupation
- Social withdrawal
- Neglecting responsibilities and commitments
- Experiencing health complications in relation to drug use
- Continued use of OxyContin despite negative effects on health, social, work, and home life
- Experiencing intense cravings
- Abrupt mood changes in relation to drug use
- Experiencing withdrawal symptoms when OxyContin use has been reduced or stopped
- Using OxyContin for nonmedical purposes (recreational use)
- Participating in illegal activities to obtain the drug
- Unsuccessful attempts to quit using OxyContin
- Combining OxyContin with other drugs such as alcohol