Opium is a very addictive drug which is made out of the opium poppy seeds. The drug itself is the milky fluid which is insider the unripened seeds of the opium poppy. When this liquid is exposed to the air it changes to a black color and becomes hard. Normally the hard version of opium is smoked, however it can also be eaten if desired. Opium is typically grown in Afghanistan and Burma.

Opium is typically ground up into a powder or sold as a dark solid. This is typically eaten, smoked or injected with water. Each way has different risks. Injecting drugs isn’t desirable as sharing needles can lead to people catching some pretty nasty infections. Opium rehab centers may be able to give you clean needles so that you don’t have to share.

Opium makes the body high, and there is an overwhelmingly sense of euphoria and immense pleasure, however with prolonged use this feeling will start to subside. You might find yourself needing to take more and more opium in order to reach the same levels of pleasure. This is a sure fire sign that it’s turning into an addiction and you really need some assistance in the form of a rehab center.

There are many illnesses associated with opium addiction including:
- Problems Breathing
- Low Blood Pressure
- Malnutrition

Like many illegal drugs, pium is extremely addictive, and you will continually need to take higher doses of the drug in order to get the same effects. Tolerance to the drug develops very quickly, and there are a number of withdrawal symptoms including nausea, chills, yawning and sweating.

Opium is one of the oldest recreational drugs, it was typically brewed as a tea or eaten whole. Opium was introduced into china during the 17th century and caused major problems with addiction. During the 18th century opium addiction in china was so serious that the Chinese government made the production of opium illegal, and also tried to cease the trade of opium with western countries. Opium was commonly used as a painkiller and was very popular in Europe until fairly recently.

How can I stop taking Opium?

Quitting an opium addiction is actually very difficult, there are a number of withdrawal symptoms that affect people that are trying to give up. Many addicts continue to take the drug so that they can avoid pain. Opium rehab is quite a difficult task, you need the full support of your friends, family and of course your family doctor.