Signs of Opioid Abuse
- Pinpoint pupils
- Slurred speech
- Difficulty breathing
- Confusion
- Abscesses
- Nasal problems
- Collapsed veins
- Nausea
- Itching or flushed skin
- Constipation
- Nodding off
Withdrawal Symptoms*
- Watery eyes, runny nose
- Agitation, irritability, anxiety, insomnia
- Muscle aches and pains
- Hot and cold sweats
- Yawning
- Abdominal cramping nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
- *Opioid withdrawal is extremely uncomfortable, but not life threatening. It is recommended that you contact a doctor or treatment center.
Signs of Overdose
- Pinpoint pupils
- Unconsciousness
- Labored breathing, difficulty breathing or shallow breathing
- Slow or erratic pulse
- Clammy skin
- Lips, fingers or face turn blue
- Limp body
- Vomiting
- Convulsions
- Death Rattle – snore-like gurgling noise. This indicates emergency resuscitation is needed IMMEDIATELY.
Local survey: Your top source of prescription drugs
64.3% of local survey respondents said the top source of prescription opioids to get high are stealing from family followed by 56.7% who said they get them from friends.
