Opiate Detox
The first step in overcoming an addiction to opiate drugs including heroin, Percocet, OxyContin, Lortab, morphine or Vicodin is going through opiate detox. During detox, the body goes through a physical withdrawal process as it rids itself of the drug's toxins.
Opiate Withdrawal Symptoms
Don't try to go through detox on your own! Opiate withdrawal symptoms can be quite uncomfortable and serious, which is why detox should only take place in a medically supervised setting. Some of the withdrawal symptoms may include:
- Agitation
- Anxiety
- Tremors
- Muscle aches
- Hot and cold flashes
- Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
Rapid Opiate Detox & Other Types of Opiate Detoxification Programs
Detox programs range from rapid opiate detox where detox is done under anesthesia to outpatient detox programs. Many people find inpatient detox programs, like that offered by Lakeview Health, to be very effective as they provide medical oversight, structure and accountability.
Opiate Detox at Lakeview Health Systems
At Lakeview, opiate detox is a controlled, comfortable and medically supervised process. Our detox program is run by board certified physicians specially trained in addiction medicine. They monitor each patient throughout the entire withdrawal process while examining their general health condition and psychological state. Medications are dispensed to minimize withdrawal symptoms.
By itself, detox is not a solution, because most addicts will eventually resume taking drugs unless they get further opiate addiction treatment. That's why, after completing detox, Lakeview patients immediately transfer to our on campus drug rehab center to continue their journey to recovery.
Learn more about Lakeview Health Systems' inpatient opiate detox programs and call us toll-free at 1-866-99-DETOX (1-866-993-3869). Caring counselors are standing by 24/7 to take your confidential call and help you take that first step to living a drug-free life.
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