Facts
- Methadone addiction may cause dry mouth which can lead to tooth decay.
- Use of amphetamines can cause an individual to become talkative, restless, and excited, and may they may also feel a sense of power and superiority.
- The FDA has urged physicians to use great caution when prescribing methadone, because of the potential for respiratory distress and dangerous changes in an individual's heart beat that cannot be felt by the patient.
- The largest increases in prescription drug related emergency room visits between 2004 and 2009 were for oxycodone products (242.2 percent increase), alprazolam (148.3 percent increase), and hydrocodone products (124.5 percent).
Richmond, ME. - Payment Assistance (Check with facility for details)The cost for drug addiction treatment in Richmond is generally far more than many addicts are able to afford. Many drug addicted persons put off getting the help they need because they feel that they are unable to afford treatment. There are many drug rehabilitation programs that offer payment assistance (check with facility for details) for clients with lower income levels. The only way to know if you meet the requirements for any type of payment assistance is to get in touch with the drug treatment facility directly and speak with their billing/financial department. They will be able to go over all the choices available and work with you directly on setting up a payment program that works for both you and the rehab.