Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Rapid or Not?: Opiate Detox

"The process of rapid detoxification to treat drug dependence and addiction has received much attention in recent years...[and]been criticized for potentially unsafe practices that have lead to complications and deaths...In an effort to offer an inexpensive quick fix, some rapid detox programs cut corners on precautions and safety, compromising patients’ health...[while] helping patients quickly detox from substances such as morphine, codeine, OxyContin, Vicodin, Tramadol, Suboxone, Darvocet, Percocet, Ultram, Norco and Fentanyl." (Opiates.com)

"Opiate detox that is not assisted by medical professionals can cause serious withdrawal symptoms that resemble the symptoms of a serious flu. These symptoms include: nausea and vomiting, hot flashes and cold chills, constipation, panic attacks and irritability. Opiate detox that is done without [proper] professional medical help can cause permanent cardiopulmonary system damage as well as death..." Cliffside Malibu) Surrounding yourself with professionals who have a proven track record of successful healing and patient recovery from opiate addiction not only is key to its success but comforting to know that you are in good hands. Your decision to enter into drug rehab was one of the most important ones in your life follow it up with choosing the best place to have it take place.

"When you start an opiate regimen, the first thing you will go through is opiate detox. Another part of your opiate detox regimen consists of learning about opiates...The chemical found in these drugs attach to the opiate receptors located in the brain and spinal cord. Once the body starts relying on the drug, the body stops functioning normally and then becomes physically dependent to the drug. At the time that the level of the drug falls below the normal amount that the body is used to, the withdrawal symptoms start occurring. The withdrawal symptoms are what show signs of a prescription drug addiction." (Cliffside Malibu) If you are ready to make that change in your life, give us a call at 1-800-501-1988.

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