Tramadol Addiction Symptoms

Not all addictions are to illegal drugs. In the case of tramadol addiction, someone is more likely to get it over the pharmacists counter. However, this is one of the tougher addictions to treat that we have seen here at Beaches Recovery.  The toughest part is convincing someone that they have a problem in the first place, and to that end, we are taking a closer look at the tramadol addiction symptoms that may indicate you need to seek treatment at a womens prescription drug rehab center.

What Is Tramadol?

Tramadol is a prescription-strength analgesic of the opiate family of drugs. It is prescribed by physicians to treat moderate to severe pain. Although tramadol doesn’t do anything to treat the source of the pain itself, it functions by changing the way that your body responds to the pain. Since Tramadol is not as powerful as other painkillers, it is often mistakenly believed to be a safer alternative.

However, as it is often prescribed for chronic conditions it can lead to habitual use, dependence, abuse, and eventually to addiction where you will need help from an Orlando drug rehab center.

Tramadol Addiction Symptoms

There are definite signs of tramadol addiction that can indicate that you or your loved one need to seek help. However, it is important that we make a distinction between dependence and addition.

Dependence on Tramadol can be developed by anyone who takes it, and merely means that the body will experience withdrawal when treatment with the medication is ceased. Addiction, however, is a disease and the Tramadol Dependance itself is a symptom of that disease.

Signs that may indicate tramadol addiction include:

• Craving the drug when not using it even when used as directed by a physician
• Developing tolerance and requiring higher doses just to feel normal
• Using the drug recreationally- Uncontrollable urge to use the drug
• Seeking out other drugs when tramadol is not available

Other signs are:

• Going to more than one doctor in an attempt to get more of the drug
• Asking for more refills by saying that prescriptions were misplaced or destroyed
• Failing to thrive at work or school because of drug impairment
• Neglecting family life and responsibilities as a result of drug use
• Continued use of the drug even in the face of negative consequences

Consequences and Dangers of Tramadol Addiction

Those who become addicted to Tramadol but themselves as a significant risk of a wide spectrum of chronic health problems, potential overdose, and even death. Long-term abuse of the drug can lead to the following problems:

• Drowsiness and chronic fatigue
• Weak Immune system and increased infection risk
• Constipation and gastrointestinal problems
• Headaches, migraines, nausea, and vomiting
• Cardiovascular and respiratory problems
• Collapsed veins and clogged blood vessels

In some rare cases, addiction to Tramadol has led to users slipping into a coma or suffer other fatal health problems as a result of the drug’s side effects.

Do you or someone you love need help with a potential Tramadol addiction? We can provide you with an evaluation and opioid addiction treatment at our women’s prescription drug rehab center at Jacksonville Beach. Contact Beaches Recovery at 866.605.0532 today and start a healthy life without drug and alcohol abuse.