Am I Addicted to Hydrocodone?
Taking a self-assessment quiz can be an effective way to find out whether you may be struggling with a hydrocodone addiction. Take the test and learn more here.
Hydrocodone Addiction Self-Assessment Quiz
Hydrocodone is a generic opioid medication used to treat chronic pain or cough. While prescription opioids like hydrocodone can be effective forms of treatment, they also carry the risk of abuse, dependence and addiction — even when taken as prescribed. If you believe you may be developing a hydrocodone addiction, taking a self-assessment quiz can help you determine whether it’s time to get help.
This self-guided assessment is designed to help you evaluate your level of hydrocodone use. However, it is not intended to replace a proper, clinical diagnosis of hydrocodone addiction. You can use the results of this assessment as a guide to help you:
- Determine if your hydrocodone use is problematic
- Recognize the signs and symptoms of hydrocodone use disorder
- Seek treatment for hydrocodone addiction if necessary.
You can review your results with your physician or call The Recovery Village to discuss your hydrocodone use disorder and discover options for treatment.
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Next Steps
If you’ve discovered that you may be struggling with a hydrocodone use disorder, help is available at The Recovery Village. Review your results with your physician or contact us today to find a hydrocodone addiction treatment program that works well for your needs.
FAQs About Hydrocodone Addiction & Treatment
The maximum amount of hydrocodone that can be safely used varies significantly from person to person. It is affected by many different factors, including age, health, genetics and previous history of opioid use. A hydrocodone overdose can be fatal, so it’s important to only take this drug as prescribed.
You should not take hydrocodone more frequently than prescribed. Hydrocodone doses are typically prescribed to be taken at least four to six hours apart.
What is considered a high dose of hydrocodone varies from one person to another. In some patients, even a low dose of hydrocodone can have a strong effect. Typically, doses greater than 10 mg are not used.
There is no set time frame for how long it takes for hydrocodone addiction to develop. However, the CDC shows that the risk of developing opioid addiction rises significantly after three to five days of use.
Hydrocodone addiction can be very dangerous, but ending opioid use is often difficult to do alone. Most people find that the most effective way to stop using opioids like hydrocodone is to seek professional addiction treatment through a licensed rehab center.
The Recovery Village offers a full continuum of care for hydrocodone addiction, with options ranging from detox and residential programming to long-term aftercare. Our evidence-based approach has helped many patients recover from hydrocodone addiction and achieve lasting sobriety.