How Addictive is Vicodin?
Over two-million Americans suffer from opioid addiction due to prescription opioid painkillers. Vicodin is one of those opioid prescription medications used to treat moderate to severe pain, including dental and injury-related pain. Vicodin is composed of Hydrocodone, a potent opiate painkiller, and Acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol. Hydrocodone, like other opiate painkillers, is highly addictive and can lead to Vicodin abuse. It works on the central nervous system blocking pain receptors in the brain and in excess, causing euphoric or pleasurable effects. It can quickly cause individuals to develop tolerance and dependency.