ARC, West Los Angeles  California

Percocet is acetaminophen (Tylenol) combined with Oxycodone. Percocet addiction results predominantly from the Oxycodone, which is an opioid derived drug. Percocet addiction is very dangerous and requires medical treatment to ensure safe withdrawal. ARC provides onsite medical detoxification services for Percocet addiction. If you or someone you know is struggling with Percocet addiction call 877 415 HOPE today. Our credentialed staff will answer any questions you might have.

History of Percocet Addiction

Percocet is an oral analgesic marketed as a pain reliever. In the United States it is classified as Schedule II controlled substance and requires a prescription to be obtained. The hope pharmaceutical companies had in combining Oxycodone with acetaminophen was that the resulting compound (Percocet) would be an effective pain-management medication capable of alleviating both existing pain through its Oxycodone content while also restricting the continued sensation of pain through the halting of the production of prostaglandins (which cause pain) from the analgesic effects of the acetaminophen (Tylenol) content. Since the medical community had confirmed that Tylenol in large doses was damaging to the liver, the pharmaceutical establishment felt assured that no person prescribed Percocet would consider taking the drug outside of prescribed parameters. Unfortunately, this hope has widely been shattered. Percocet addiction not only often develops in those who are prescribed it but the Tylenol content of the drug means uninterrupted Percocet addiction over time will be extremely damaging to the liver. Tragically the liver has proven to be as gravely affected by Percocet addiction as the emotional well-being of the family members and loved ones of Percocet abusers. Percocet addiction has become a two-pronged scenario of emotional and physical damage. Percocet abusers suffer emotionally from the addictive process and the liver suffers physically through processing the chemical contents of the Percocet.

Acute Withdrawal Symptoms from Percocet Addiction

At ARC we provide onsite medical detoxification services for the withdrawal symptoms stemming from Percocet addiction. We treat both acute and post-acute withdrawal symptoms with medical attention and clinical support. Clients detox in a comfortable, dignified environment under the supervision and support of physicians, nurses and licensed professionals. Our fundamental understanding of the nature of Percocet addiction and its subsequent withdrawal symptoms makes our treatment approach comprehensive and unique.

Some of the acute symptoms associated with Percocet withdrawal are:

• Craving
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting
• Insomnia
• Restlessness
• Muscle and bone pain
• Leg movements (“kicking”)
• Cold flashes with goose bumps ("cold turkey")

Major withdrawal symptoms for Percocet addiction peak between 24 and 72 hours after the last dose of the drug and subside after about a week. However, some people show persistent post-acute withdrawal symptoms for many months.

Post-Acute Withdrawal Symptoms from Percocet Addiction

• Craving cycles
• Stress sensitivity
• Memory problems
• Sleep disturbances
• Inability to think clearly
• Physical coordination problems
• Emotional fluctuations or emotional “numbness”

The primary challenge with post-acute withdrawal symptoms is in their accumulative affect. While traditional drug rehabs support clients experiencing post-acute withdrawal symptoms by imparting the spiritual philosophy that “this to shall pass” ARC focuses more on medically treating the physical post-acute symptoms and clinically supporting their psychological manifestations. This medical and clinical coupling helps each client overcome Percocet addiction and to transition into the primary care portion of the program where a durable foundation in recovery can commence to be formed.

Treatment for Percocet Addiction with ARC is Unique

ARC approaches treatment for percocet addiction by first providing onsite medical detoxification services. Our skilled physicians, nurses and licensed professional help each client to detox in a comfortable, dignified setting. We utilize advancements in addiction medicine including Buprenorphine detox and Suboxone detox to effectively treat clients suffering from Percocet addiction as they begin the journey into addiction recovery. (A component of the detox process is an extensive history and physical that includes a toxicology report to determine the current state of liver function.)

Prior to arrival each client completes a detailed preliminary assessment with the assistance of credentialed ARC staff. A component of this evaluation process is to determine any medical needs stemming from Percocet addiction that will need immediate attention upon arrival at the center. Additionally, staff gathers clinical information relevant to the upcoming treatment and in-turn the clinical team is debriefed before each client’s intake on the individual circumstances surrounding the admission to ARC. This brings the clinical picture into focus and helps to assign a primary clinician that will support the client with clinical continuity of care during detox.

Once a comfortable detoxification process has been completed the actual treatment program begins. (For more information see Phase 1 Primary Care).

The ARC treatment philosophy addresses the underlying issues that have contributed to Percocet addiction. Once these issues have been identified a plan of action is implemented through the development of a personalized treatment plan.

Aside from the general treatment curriculum clients receive the benefit of daily individual sessions with their primary clinician who will utilize such methodologies as:

• Grief Therapy
• Trauma Therapy
• Somatic Therapy
• Reflective Therapy
• Analytical Therapy
• Insight-Based Therapy
• Reason-Based Therapy
• Psychodynamic Therapy
• Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy

The individual therapeutic techniques for Percocet addiction treatment depend upon the underlying issues specific to the circumstances and experiences of each client. Clients and their loved ones may also participate in the family program which helps to reconcile the difficult emotional experiences that have developed during the addictive process.

Once primary care is completed clients may choose to participate in Phase 2 Continuing Care and Phase 3 Extended Care. These programs are designed to meet the ongoing clinical and transitional needs for clients as they continue the journey towards sustained addiction recovery. When time constraints prevent clients from continuing in residential care an aftercare plan is created by the primary clinician that supports clients during reintegration and serves to provide a detailed roadmap for continued recovery.

Percocet addiction is a serious condition that requires the support of a treatment facility. If Percocet addiction is uninterrupted there is a strong likelihood of complications that could result in irrevocable liver damage or overdose. If you or a loved one needs help with Percocet addiction call 877 415 HOPE today. Our credentialed staff will answer any questions you might have.