Wytheville, VA – ReVIDA® Recovery is a local rehab that recently published a blog explaining how long Percocets stay in a person’s system. With locations throughout Tennessee and Virginia, they provide access to affordable opioid use disorder care for Appalachian residents.
Percocet is a prescription medication that is typically used for pain management. The medication is made up of a combination of oxycodone and acetaminophen. It can be used to treat chronic pain or acute pain, such as after major surgery.
“Depending on the dose of Percocet, the effects can be felt between 15 minutes to an hour. This also depends on the person’s opioid tolerance, food and water intake, and if they are mixing Percocet with other substances. The effects include: drowsiness, relaxation, euphoria, and pain reduction.
These effects are initial and over time, other side effects may be noticed such as nausea and constipation. The longer Percocet is taken, the higher the risk of developing dependence. Those who take Percocet illicitly have an increased risk of developing dependence and a Percocet use disorder.
The half-life of Percocet is 3.5 hours. This means that after that amount of time, half of the medication will be metabolized. Percocet is also an immediate-release medication, limiting the time the effects are felt. On average, the effects of Percocet last around 5-7 hours,” the blog states.
Even after the effects of Percocets can no longer be felt, it is still detectable using various tests. It can be detectable in the urine for as long as three days after the last time it was consumed. In a saliva sample, Percocets may be detectable for about two days. In the blood, it can usually be detected for about 24 hours. However, in hair samples, Percocets can be detected for as long as 3 months after the last time someone consumed them.
“Despite what the internet says, there is no guaranteed way to remove Percocet from your system faster. Hydration, eating healthy foods, and getting proper rest can help you feel better, but metabolism does not speed up or slow down by doing these things.
It is possible to have an adverse reaction to Percocet. If this is the case, seek medical attention immediately. It can be an allergy or a reaction to one of the ingredients, which needs to be evaluated by a doctor. Trying to drink large amounts of water to flush the medication from your system will not help and can actually cause more harm,” the article continues.
There are a few factors that can impact how quickly Percocets are metabolized. These include a person's gender, metabolism, and overall health. The amount of Percocets someone takes and any substances they are taken in combination with can also impact how quickly they make their way through a person’s system.
“If worrying about Percocet showing up on a drug test is holding you back, there is hope and help available. Percocet addiction rehab is the first step to taking back your health and mental well-being. You will learn the root causes of your Percocet use disorder and learn techniques to healthily manage stress in the future,” the article concludes.
ReVIDA® Recovery offers people treatment options for opioid use disorders specifically as they have seen the impact these substances can have in the local community. Through medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and outpatient therapy, they offer a flexible program that is easily accessible even for people with busy schedules.
To learn more about ReVIDA® Recovery, call 423-631-0432 or visit their website.
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For more information about ReVIDA Recovery® Center Wytheville, contact the company here:
ReVIDA Recovery® Center Wytheville
Kaissen
(276) 227-0206
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255 Holston Road
Wytheville VA 24382
