Opioid Addiction – A Major Health Concern


Opioids are a class of drugs which have morphine like effects and are widely prescribed for the patients suffering from chronic pain after a major surgery or injury. Morphine and codeine are the two most common opioids and are widely grown in southern Asia.

Opioids change the way the brain responds to not just pain but any other stimuli. It basically produces a “high” feeling by activating the 'pleasure' centers of the brain. These drugs bring a variety of physical as well as emotional effects on the blood pressure, heart rate, body temperature and respiration by disrupting the pain.

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Unfortunately, this temporary sense of euphoria creates a sense of addiction in individuals. With repeated use, it leads to physical and psychological dependence, or as more commonly called opioid addiction.

Medically, any form of addiction is a chronic and relapsing disease. And it has both physical and emotional side effects. Medical detox can be the stepping stone for recovery however, people involved with the addicted individual have to be very careful about the relapse of the condition. It may increase the risk for a fatal overdose and has been one of the leading causes of injury death in America. Counseling, education, individual as well as family therapy can aid in preventing the overuse of the drugs.

With a comprehensive approach and experienced skill set, the Bramzon Law Firm PLLC legal team will help the victims fight for their financial compensation in case they faced any injury from prescription opioid. Get in touch with the attorneys at 855-982-1787 or visit http://opioidlegal.com  to know more about the lawsuit updates and the affected groups.

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