Saturday, May 4th, 2013

Signs of Vicodin addiction can be physical, emotional, and behavioral. Characterized by craving Vicodin, addiction is mainly a psychological condition. More signs of Vicodin addiction here.

Monday, March 25th, 2013

When you snort Vicodin, hydrocodone affects the brain almost instantly and can get you high. But do you risk negative health effects, too? We review here.

Monday, March 4th, 2013

A review of how to find and get help for Vicodin addiction in medical, social, and clinical settings. We answer your questions about Vicodin addiction help at the end.

Monday, February 18th, 2013

Withdrawing from Vicodin feels very much like the flu with chills, sweats, aches and pains. More on what is Vicodin withdrawal and treatments that help here.

Monday, February 11th, 2013

Should you stop taking Vicodin cold turkey or consider a tapering schedule? Risks include negative psychological and physical responses. More on how to avoid cold turkey Vicodin withdrawal here.

Monday, January 14th, 2013

Vicodin kicks in about 30-60 minutes after oral ingestion. More on when Vicodin starts working and factors that influence Vicodin onset here.

Friday, January 11th, 2013

The safest way to withdraw from Vicodin is under a doctor’s supervision. Taper Vicodin doses, and then eliminate hydrocodone completely. But some people can withdraw from Vicodin at home. Should you? More here on how to withdraw from Vicodin.

Monday, November 26th, 2012

Are you or someone you love addicted to Vicodin? Treatments for addiction include medications and behavioral interventions. Learn what to expect and where to find treatment for Vicodin addiction here.

Monday, October 29th, 2012

When you stop taking Vicodin, follow your doctor’s instructions to reduce by 10% daily, 20% every 3-5 days and then 25% every week. Tapering from Vicodin should be completed over a four (4) week period. More here on how to stop taking Vicodin, plus a section at the end for your questions.

Sunday, September 16th, 2012

You can develop tolerance to Vicodin (hydrocodone) within in a month of taking it. Tolerance to Vicodin does not necessarily mean you are addicted to Vicodin. More on the distinction between physical dependence, tolerance and Vicodin addiction here.