Demerol |
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Information on Demerol
Drug
Facts:Meperidine, generic form of Demerol, was Introduced as an analgesic
in the 1930s, meperidine produces effects that are similar, but not identical,
to morphine (shorter duration of action and reduced antitussive and
antidiarrheal actions). Currently it is used for pre-anesthesia and the relief
of moderate to severe pain, particularly in obstetrics and post-operative
situations. Meperidine is available in tablets, syrups, and injectable forms
under generic and brand name (Demerol®, Mepergan®, etc.) Schedule II
preparations. Several analogues of meperidine have been clandestinely produced.
During the clandestine synthesis of the analogue MPPP, a neurotoxic by-product
(MPTP) was produced. A number of individuals who consumed the MPPP-MPTP
preparation developed an irreversible Parkinsonian-like syndrome. It was later
found that MPTP destroys the same neurons as those damaged in the
Parkinsonian-like syndrome. It was later found that MPTP destroys the same
neurons as those damaged in Parkinsons Disease. Demerol is addictive. When the
user repeatedly uses Demerol they build a tolerance to the drug and this
creates both a mental and physical addiction. When an individual forms an
addiction to Demerol they can no longer function without it. Demerol addiction
is devastating not only to the individual physically but emotionally as well.
Street Names: demmies, pain
killer.
Effects: Demerol Withdrawal symptoms include but are not
limited to:
- Restlessness
- watery eyes
- stuffy
nose
- yawning-sweating
- chills
- muscle
pain
- irritability
-
nervousness
- stomach pain
- upset stomach
- vomiting
- loss of appetite
- diarrhea
- fast
breathing
- fast heartbeat
- back pain
- tremors
In case of
overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the
victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
Symptoms of overdose may include:
- slowed
breathing
- extreme sleepiness
- coma
- loose, floppy muscles
- cold, clammy skin
- slow heartbeat
- upset stomach
- blurred vision
-
dizziness
- fainting
Rehabilitation: Successful rehabilitation includes a calm,
stress free environment, plenty of liquids, and replenishing of vitamins that
have been burned out of the body. Use of a mild sedative to help sleep is often
helpful, as the lack of sleep is what can cause the hallucinations. After
feeling physically better, proper rehabilitation therapy can commence that
deals with relapse prevention, dealing with the reasons the addict turned to
drugs in the first place, and any personal failings that need strengthening. It
is highly recommended that a daily routine of proper exercise, nutrition, and
rest be followed as effective relapse and craving prevention. Ideally a
cleansing program would be also administered to help rid the body of the
residual toxins that can impair health in the future and cause
cravings.
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