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Why is vicodin addictive?

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Asked: 2018-07-09 12:45:54
My wife was prescribed vicodin for the pain after a difficult operation but I am concerned that she’s become addicted to it. What makes it so addictive?
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Answered: 2018-07-11 07:55:30

It’s an opiate. They are quite addictive. The high from Vicodin is quite powerful, to the extent that if heroin users can’t get their fix, they sometimes take Vicodin. I’d have a serious chat with her.

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Answered: 2018-07-10 15:52:38

It takes away the pain but it also gives you a nice kick – a high that is hard to break away from. Her tolerance will increase so check she’s not taking more than the recommended dose, or lying to her doctor to get more.

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