Opioid withdrawal signs and symptoms |
Mild withdrawal signs and symptoms include |
Generalized anxiety, irritability |
Opioid craving |
Restlessness |
Slight aching of muscles, joints, and bones |
Generalized pain |
Lower back pain |
Mild to moderate withdrawal signs and symptoms include |
Tension |
Restless sleep |
Mydriasis |
Lethargy |
Diaphoresis |
Moderate withdrawal signs and symptoms include |
Chills alternating with flushing and diaphoresis |
Nausea and/or stomach cramps |
Rhinorrhea |
Moderate aching of muscles, joints, and bones |
Anorexia |
Yawning |
Lacrimation |
Goose flesh (earlier if client is in a cold, drafty room) |
Elevated pulse and blood pressure |
Moderate to severe withdrawal signs and symptoms include |
Diarrhea |
Vomiting |
Tremors |
Tachycardia (pulse over 100 beats per minute) |
Increased respiratory rate and depth |
Severe withdrawal signs and symptoms include |
Doubling over with stomach cramps |
Kicking movements |
Elevated temperature (usually low grade, less than 100°F) |
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