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What is Detox?

If you take certain types of drugs,an example would be opaites (oxycodone, heroin) or if you drink too much alcohol every day you may become dependent on it and you may experiance withdraw symtoms if you attempt to stop.

Detox is a procedure in which these toxins are removed from the body to help a person who is physically or mentally dependent. Detox is only the starting point for recovery.

What is withdrawal?

When you quit using drugs or alcohol all at once you may have withdraw symtoms. . Unless properly treated, withdrawal can be a very painful and unpleasant experience as well as a severe medical risk. Different Detox procedures are recommended depending on the substance used to ease the withdrawal symptoms.

What are common signs of Withdrawal?

Common withdrawal symptoms include. Nausea, sweats, shakes, shivers, high/low blood pressure, insomnia, hallucinations, diarrhea, suicidal thoughts, vomiting, chest pains, psychosis, low energy, and depression. Without proper Detox, these withdrawal symptoms can get worse, and individuals become at high risk for medical complications.

What medications are used in Detox?

There are many different medications, and combinations used in the Detox process for both physical and mental withdrawal This is based on each individual depending upon the substance used. Drugs used include Suboxone and Methadone.