Narvox
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Description of Narvox
Narvox is a brand name for the generic drugs oxycodone and acetaminophen. Oxycodone is a narcotic pain reliever used to treat moderate to severe pain. Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that actually intensifies the effects of the oxycodone. Narvox is available in other brand names, which include Endocet, Magnacet, Percocet 10/325, Percocet 10/650, Percocet 2.5/325, Percocet 5/325, Percocet 7.5/325, Percocet 7.5/500, Perloxx, Primalev, Roxicet and Tylox.
Narvox is a Schedule II drug and is considered to be highly addictive. When marketed on the street in any of its forms, Narvox is often known as Percs, paulas, roxicotten, Roxi's, blue dynamite, no buffers and 512s. Narvox is generally administered by the mouth, intravenously, intramuscularly, rectally or through subcutaneous injection. When the drug is injected, it generally produces results with a stronger effect and a quicker onset.
Abuses of Narvox
As Narvox is highly addictive both physically and psychologically, it is critical that the prescribed administration of the drug be monitored closely by a physician. For those who are taking Narvox for recreational purposes, the consequences of taking the drug can be significant. The individual is likely to develop a dependence on the drug that they cannot break on their own without severe consequences.
When taken, Narvox acts by blocking the pain receptors in the brain and therefore creating a feeling of euphoria for the user. This feeling tends to drive the user to continue to seek the drug, even if a medical reason no longer exits. Abuse easily develops from that point on as the user will consistently seek that first euphoric high which is generally never recreated.
Effects of Narvox
Individuals take Narvox for a variety of reasons, depending upon their condition. It can be very effective in the treatment of pain, but it is also taken by those seeking an emotional escape from life. Narvox, and its other forms, have been known to dull emotional pain, such as depression, anxiety and fear. As a result, some patients will rely on the drug for such effects rather than deal with specific issues.
Those who are taking Narvox can experience such symptoms as a loss of concentration, dizziness, the sweats, constipation, dry mouth, nausea or drowsiness. Aside from the physical symptoms, Narvox abusers can also experience deterioration in personal relationships, financial difficulties, legal problems, employment difficulties as well as, psychological difficulties.
Withdrawal of Narvox
Withdrawal of this drug puts an immense amount of strain on the body, causing the individual severe pain and psychological distress in the process. Symptoms can occur as soon as six to eight hours after the most recent dose of Narvox.
Withdrawal symptoms associated with cessation of Narvox can include, but are not limited to:
• gastrointestinal distress
• anxiety
• nausea
• insomnia
• muscle pain
• fevers
• sweating
• runny nose and eyes
Treatment of Narvox Addiction
The amount of damage that Narvox can do to the body, combined with the physical and psychological dependence that develops with addiction, it is imperative that an individual stop taking the drug under medical supervision. Cessation of the medication can do damage of its own and without medical supervision in the process, the withdrawal of the drug can be fatal.
It is highly recommended that users taper off the medication slowly under the care of a board-certified physician and board-certified addiction psychiatrist through a comfortable detox method. Entering a detox center for 24/7 treatment will ensure the individual rids their body of the drug completely. This method is used to correct the chemical imbalances in the individual suffering with a Narvox addiction and should be combined with psychological evaluations and other medical care.
