Opioid addiction isn’t an exception now; it’s become a common occurrence across the country with more than 100 recorded opioid overdose-related deaths being reported every day.

We at Bramzon Law Firm PLLC have represented a number of clients in opioid addiction cases. Here is some useful information our team has put together for you. If you are concerned that a loved one may be addicted to a prescription opioid here are some common signs to look out for:

Prescription opioid addiction- the signs

An individual may be may be an addict if he/she:

Hides the use of drugs or alcohol.

Takes multiple prescriptions from different channels such as internet shopping, doctor shopping,and random prescriptions.

They cheat and lie to their loved ones.

Don’t show up for work, get fired from their jobs or don’t attend important meetings.

They are suspected of stealing money.

Develop a short temper.

Face legal problems.

Don’t remember the things they have done or said (these are referred to as blackouts or brownouts).

Display explosive behavior, blame others and always deny that there is a problem when they are confronted.

Require increased dosages and frequency of the painkiller.

Display signs of use constipation, yawning, sleeplessness, shallow breathing, hot & cold sweating, and runny nose.

They start showing signs of itchy skin.

Dry mouth, rapid eye-blinking, blurred vision, show needle marks, skin blotches, tiny pupils and more.

Experience new mental or physical health problem such as walking through streets yelling at nobody in particular, talking to themselves, hallucinating.

They change their clothing preferences.

Show signs of severe confusion and complain of severe throbbing pain.

Show shame or guilt because they are doing things that aren’t consistent with their values.

Display social withdrawal and isolated behavior.

Spend large amounts of time getting and using this drug.

Legal help forprescription opioid-related problems

We fight for the rights of groups & individuals that have been impacted by the opioid epidemic. People and groups affected by prescription opioid addiction-related crisis may be eligible to file lawsuits against the pharmaceutical companies, physicians, pharmacies as well as drug wholesalers.

But you need expert legal help on the matter and this is where we can help. For any more information, feel free to contact Bramzon Law Firm PLLC at 855-982-1787. You can also contact us via the online form on this page. You are assured of sound advice and expert legal help.