Morphine is most often used as a narcotic painkiller for patients who undergo surgery or have moderate to severe pain. Unfortunately, it is a highly addictive opioid pain reliever, and many patients develop a dependence upon the drug. Because morphine is rarely prescribed as a take-home drug, many patients become hooked in the hospital; this then leads into another opiate addiction, and they become dependent upon Percocet, OxyContin, Vicodin or even heroin.

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Are You Addicted to Morphine?

When you take morphine, your brain’s pleasure and reward system is triggered and feelings of euphoria – or a “high” – result. It can also make you feel tired, slow your breathing and cause constipation. Take too much at one time and you could end up overdosing, going into a coma and/or dying. Take a moderate dose regularly and you will develop a dependence upon the drug, craving it in between doses and experiencing withdrawal symptoms when you go too long without taking the medication.

Those who supplement their morphine prescription with alcohol or take other prescription painkillers can find themselves living with an active opiate addiction that destroys their lives. Many find that it’s too expensive to continue to buy prescription painkillers – with insurance or on the black market – and end up turning to heroin due to its lower price tag when they need to stop the withdrawal symptoms.

Opiate Addiction Is Highly Treatable: Find the Right Rehab for You Today

Is opiate dependence something that is causing problems for your family in Covelo, California? There are a number of options in opiate detox and treatment right here in the state that can help your family move forward healthfully. Call now and find out how we can match you to the right opiate rehab for you and your nee