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Signs of Demerol addiction and abuse
Common signs and side effects of Demerol use Side effects of Demerol include:
- lightheadedness, dizziness, headache, weakness
- sedation
- nausea and vomiting
- sweating
- respiratory and circulatory depression, respiratory arrest
- shock, and cardiac arrest
- euphoria, dysphoria
- agitation
- tremor, uncoordinated muscle movements, severe convulsions
- transient hallucinations and disorientation, visual disturbances
- constipation
- biliary tract spasm
- flushing of the face, dry mouth
- tachycardia, bradycardia
- palpitation
- hypotension
- urinary retention
An allergic reaction includes such side effects as:
- pruritus
- urticaria
- other skin rashes
- wheal and flare over the vein with intravenous injection
Common symptoms of Demerol overdose The symptoms of a Demerol overdose include:
- bluish discoloration of the skin, and cold, clammy skin
- coma or extreme sleepiness
- limp, weak muscles
- low blood pressure
- slow heartbeat, troubled or slowed breathing
Demerol addiction treatment programs Demerol is a highly addictive prescription drug. Recovery and rehabilitation from Demerol addiction may require a treatment program ranging from certified addiction counseling to treatment at a residential alcohol and drug rehab center, depending on the extent of the addiction and a number of other factors.
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