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Prescription drug abuse is a serious problem in the United States. Many people who do not have other risk factors for addiction can become dependent on drugs they believe to be safe.
Desoxyn is a powerful prescription stimulant that doctors use to treat several health conditions. While this medication can be effective when used as prescribed, it also carries the risk of abuse and dependence or addiction because of how it works in the body.
If you or someone you love uses Desoxyn and needs treatment for abuse or addiction, reach out to the specialists at Rehab Recovery Centers to find a high-quality treatment program today.
What is Desoxyn?
Desoxyn is a powerful prescription stimulant that is used to treat several health conditions, primarily ADHD. Desoxyn is the manufacturer’s name for methamphetamine hydrochloride, which is known as meth, ice, or crystal. Doctors have used methamphetamine medicinally since the 1800s, but the FDA only approved it for use in 2010. Desoxyn is available in 5mg tablets to be taken by mouth.[1]
Desoxyn causes an increase in the central nervous system (CNS) and a flood of dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain. Because it effectively stimulates the CNS, it can be effective at relieving the symptoms of ADHD, including hyperactivity and distractibility. In addition to treating ADHD, doctors may sometimes prescribe Deosoxyn to treat obesity, narcolepsy, and hypersomnia.
Desoxyn is a potent stimulant that poses an increased risk of addiction. If your doctor prescribes this medication, you must take it exactly as prescribed to avoid developing Desoxyn addiction.
Side Effects of Desoxyn Abuse
Desoxyn causes increased activity in the CNS and is used to treat certain medical conditions. It also produces feelings of euphoria that may cause people to want to take more of this potent medication. In a short period, people who take prescription Desoxyn may begin to abuse it.[2] They may take more of the drug than prescribed or take it more frequently than recommended. Without intervention, Desoxyn abuse can lead to addiction.
Some of the side effects of Desoxyn abuse include:
- Tremors
- Mood swings
- Restlessness
- Twitching
- Elevated blood pressure
- Hallucinations
- Depression
- Panic attacks
- Muscles aches
- Kidney damage
- Psychosis
Some of these side effects can be dangerous and require immediate medical intervention to prevent serious harm to your health and safety. If you or someone you love uses Desoxyn and exhibits the signs of Desoxyn abuse, you must seek treatment to avoid life-threatening complications, including addiction.
Signs of Desoxyn Addiction
Desoxyn addiction is a severe condition that requires immediate intervention and treatment. Without treatment, stimulant addiction can cause serious harm to your mental and physical health.
People who abuse Desoxyn may quickly develop tolerance to the drug, meaning that they need more of it to get the same desired effects. In the short term, they are at risk of severe mental health complications, including symptoms of bipolar disorder and extreme aggression.
Some signs that a person is living with Desoxyn addiction include:
- Spending a lot of time thinking about Desoxyn, using it, or recovering from using it
- Financial or legal problems related to Desoxtn use
- Isolating from friends and family
- Developing new, unhealthy relationships
- Being unable to keep up at home, work, or school
- Experiencing withdrawal symptoms if they do not use Desoxyn or use less of the drug
Addiction treatment can give people living with Desoxyn addiction the support and skills they need to overcome the condition and lead a healthier, more fulfilling lifestyle.
Treatment for Desoxyn Abuse and Addiction
Substance abuse treatment usually happens in stages to provide the care people need as they work to overcome addiction. For many, medically supervised detox is the first step in their treatment journey. During detox, medical and support staff supervise and treat patients for uncomfortable or dangerous withdrawal symptoms.
After detox, people move on to a treatment program that addresses the physical, emotional, and behavioral aspects of Desoxyn addiction. Treatment plans consist of:
- Individual counseling
- Group therapy
- Education
- Medications
- Holistic therapies like yoga, art, music, acupuncture, and nutrition counseling
After completing treatment, people must learn to manage the addiction for the rest of their life. This may mean joining a support group, continuing therapy, or attending additional treatment programs.
Treating Desoxyn Addiction and ADHD
Because doctors sometimes prescribe Desoxyn to treat ADHD, sometimes people who develop an addiction to the drug require specialized dual diagnosis treatment. A dual diagnosis occurs when a person lives with addiction and a mental illness.
Dual diagnosis treatment is addiction treatment with additional treatment for mental illness. People may participate in mental health care, including therapies and medications, while receiving treatment for their addiction.
It is essential to treat methamphetamine addiction and mental illness simultaneously so people have the best chance of long-lasting recovery from both conditions. Not all treatment facilities offer dual diagnosis treatment, so it is essential to seek care from one that is licensed to do so.
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When abused, Desoxyn is essentially regulated meth. An addiction can develop rapidly and many people need professional treatment to recover. If you or someone you love requires treatment for Desoxyn abuse or addiction, contact the Rehab Recovery Center specialists today for a confidential, risk-free consultation.
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