Man experiencing long-term effects of Vicodin abuse

Long-Term Effects of Vicodin Abuse

Our Vicodin addiction treatment program in San Antonio, TX, treats patients suffering from the long-term effects of Vicodin abuse. As you probably know, Vicodin is an opioid painkiller. Opioids produce morphine-like effects and are primarily used for pain relief, including anesthesia. Vicodin combines a narcotic pain reliever (hydrocodone) with acetaminophen, a non-opioid pain reliever available…

Man facing pain pill addiction

What Should I Do if a Loved One is Abusing Pain Pills?

Pain pill addiction is a serious crisis in the United States today. The opioid epidemic continues to ravage families and communities, causing untold damage. Rarely do people ever begin taking a prescription with pain pill abuse in mind. Real issues and symptoms typically precede the prescription of painkillers. But over-prescription and the addictive nature of…