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Question

My boss has been prescribed the drug Tylox & he takes it every single day. He has became violent & he flies off the handle very easily. Is it possible they are addicted?

Answer 1

Tylox is Acetaminophen and oxycodone which is Tylenol and a stronger form of codeine.
Tylox is a narcotic pain killer (vicoden). Yes they are additive and many people become physically dependent to them.
Opiates attach themselves to opioid receptors in the brain causing an overproduction of endorphins.
Endorphins are chemical transmitters in the brain which causes a sense of well being and act readily on adrenaline which gives us that energetic "pumped up" high. Running, jogging, excitement, sense of accomplishment are all different situations that causes production of endorphins, which causes us to feel good about ourselves or keeps 'pushing' us to go.
Thus, high doses of narcotic painkillers (opiate deviates) causes that same high, but its achieved by the drug, not naturally.
So, yes the drug Ty lox may very well be the cause of your bosses "out of character" behavior.

Answer 2

I am a pharmacy technician and here is your answer:

Nausea, vomiting, constipation, lightheadedness, dizziness, drowsiness, flushing, vision changes, or mental/mood changes may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: slow/irregular breathing, slow/irregular heartbeat, change in the amount of urine. If you do not have liver problems, the adult maximum dose of acetaminophen is 4 grams per day (4000 milligrams). If you take more than the maximum daily amount, it may cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of the following symptoms of liver damage: severe nausea, yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, stomach pain, extreme fatigue. An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.