I know a teen-ager that may be abusing oxycontin. What are the symptoms and how much is this selling for on the street...i would like to see if i can account for missing money. thank you I am really desperate to get help for this child.
2006-10-05 08:34:17 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
No telling how much kids will buy this hillbilly herion for. If you are certain this teen is abusing the drug get them help right away. I know someone who OD'd on this drug.
2006-10-05 08:37:15 · answer #1 · answered by Bridget 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
There may not be any signs or symptoms. But if there are they would include, sluggishness, laying around a lot, not eating. I have no idea what it would go for on the streets. But if this is your child, I would have them drug tested by your family doctor. Oxycontin is a very potent narcotic. And has a high potential for abuse. You can find more information about the drug at.
www.webmd.com
or
www.medscape.com
If you do believe this child could be abusing this drug, please get help. I am a Registered Nurse. And I work in the emergency room. I have seen way to many over dose victims come through due to drugs, and Oxycontin is one of the highest on the list.
2006-10-05 08:41:52 · answer #2 · answered by Kali_girl825 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your helping this teenager may depend on the realtionship you have with "him". Substance abuse, especially in the adolescent, seems to be related to family relationships. Poor parent-child relationships contribute. If this is your family member, you may not want to hear this however true it is.
OxyContin is an opioid analgesic, a Schedule II controlled substance (high abuse and dependence potential) and all opioids affect the cental nervous system causing mental changes, euphoria, drowsiness. constricted pupils (check the eyes for pinpoint pupils) and depressed respirations. There will be chronic constipation perhaps with frequent laxative use. There will have been a significant changes in behavior. Missed school, behind in assignments, spends lots of time in "his" room or away from home, secretive. You've already noticed missing money. Watch for missing items that can be traded or sold, e.g. jewelry.
I'm afraid I don't know what the street price is and I'm hoping someone else will have that information for you.
I thought about drug testing but if "he" refuses and you force it, "he" may run away. I'm not trained as a drug counselor so you may want to speak to "his" school counselor and the school nurse about the best way to proceed once you decide you have your proof.
2006-10-05 09:00:03 · answer #3 · answered by TweetyBird 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Short-term Effects
The most serious risk associated with OxyContin is respiratory depression. Because of this, OxyContin should not be combined with other substances that slow down breathing, such as alcohol, antihistamines (like some cold or allergy medication), barbiturates, or benzodiazepines.
Other common side effects include constipation, nausea, sedation, dizziness, vomiting, headache, dry mouth, sweating, and weakness.
Toxic overdose and/or death can occur by taking the tablet broken, chewed, or crushed. People who abuse the drug (by removing the time-release coating) will experience effects for up to 5 hours. The high that is felt is opiate-like -- a sedate, euphoric feeling.
Long-term Effects
Using OxyContin chronically can result in increased tolerance to the drug in which higher doses of the medication must be taken to receive the initial effect. Over time, OxyContin will be come physically addictive, causing a person to experience withdrawal symptoms when the drug is not present. Symptoms of withdrawal include restlessness, muscle and bone pain, insomnia, diarrhea, vomiting, cold flashes with goose bumps, and involuntary leg movements.
2006-10-05 08:38:32 · answer #4 · answered by dave_grrd 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I was on that drug, or a mixture of it after a operation I had 2 weeks ago. My brother in law, (who is 18) had made a joke to me about people buying them $15 a pill. I have no idea how accurate that is. When I had to take them I felt happy, but so tired. However I was perscribed them for medical reasons, and they were a combination. I know they as strong as morphine and very addictive. I would go to a physician as soon as you can, or maybe councelling. If shes on them shes killing her liver, and much more. Good luck
2006-10-05 08:39:08 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Call the DCFS Department of Child and Family Services, and explain what you think is happening with this "child" that the parents are not doing their job protecting this "kid". They will test the child and find the appropriate help. If you are the parent, take your child to the doctor for a drug test.
2006-10-05 08:43:58 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Cost on the street depends on dosage...can range from $40-120 per pill. Symtoms, depends on the person really. Check out the dialation of the pupils.
2006-10-05 08:37:05 · answer #7 · answered by naughty_mattress_monkey 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
the price depends on the mg. i do know that one 80mg. sells for around 30-40 dollars. this is a VERY VERY bad drug.....do what i mean WHAT EVER you have to before the child ends up dead.....
2006-10-05 08:50:04 · answer #8 · answered by mfroeh 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
some pay up to $25.00 for a pill.the drug is synthetic heroin.look it up on md.com
2006-10-05 08:39:02 · answer #9 · answered by freebird 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
ask Rush Limbaugh!
2006-10-05 08:36:23 · answer #10 · answered by c.a.d 3 · 1⤊ 3⤋