stages of alcohol detox

Are There Stages of Alcohol Detox?

Alcoholism is the horrible gift that just keeps on giving. People with a drinking problem often find themselves dealing with a myriad of personal problems–problems with relationships, work, illegal activities, and even significant health problems. Ironically, even the process of quitting is fraught with issues. Ultimately, the alcoholic has to decide whether to quit or…

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How Long Does It Take to Detox from Heroin?

Heroin addiction is one of the toughest to break. In the first place, heroin is a potent opioid made from morphine that rapidly enters the brain after injection or snorting. Thereupon, the drug creates a pleasurable “rush” people eventually can’t live without. Ultimately, heroin users’ bodies become reliant and keep needing larger amounts to feel…

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How Long Do Delirium Tremens Last?

When you break free from alcohol addiction, there can be withdrawal symptoms along the way. One symptom is known as DTs, or delirium tremens. As one of the most worrying symptoms of withdrawal, DTs receive a lot of attention. Take a closer look at what the DTs really are and get the answer to the…

common drug detox medications

Common Drug Detox Medications

You’re ready to face your chemical dependence head on. The first step is detox. You’ve heard of a medication-assisted process. What are some common drug detox medications, and how do they work?Medical Detox Offers a Safe, Pain-Free ExperienceOne of the biggest fears people have when checking into detox is the pain. They know the uncomfortable…

gray death drug

What is the Gray Death Drug?

When you are addicted to drugs, you often find yourself looking for a cheaper way to get a stronger high. However, these cheaper ways often come with even more dangerous effects. The gray death drug is an example. According to Drugabuse.gov, this drug is actually not just one substance, but a compound drug made up…

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Medication Assisted Treatment

There are many facets of addiction treatment that warrant explanation. After all, the entire treatment process is unknown to a lot of people. With that said, we want to address something that one might consider confusing. That is the use of drugs to combat drug addiction. That’s correct. Sometimes, doctors and medical staff have to…

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Steps in the Alcohol Detox Process

The lack of knowledge about addiction treatment could be a deterrent for people who need help. To remove that obstacle, we want to share some information about the alcohol detox process. This process is critical for patients who could be facing significant issues should they suddenly stop drinking. Ultimately, a good detox program is a…

withdrawal from alcohol

Is Withdrawal from Alcohol Really Dangerous?

Alcohol abuse comes with a lot of collateral side effects. As dangerous as drinking is to a person’s health, we find that suddenly stopping is just as dangerous. That’s at least in the short term. Why? A deep-rooted addiction to alcohol exposes the user to some perilous withdrawal symptoms when the drinking days are over.…

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What are the Drug Detox Benefits?

Addiction is a scary disease. There’s nothing worse than feeling helpless. That’s how most addicts feel when they realize they have a problem. By the time they begin wanting help, their heads fill up with doubt and anxiety about getting treatment. The reality is addiction rehab treatment is scary but necessary. The toughest part might be…

withdrawal from tramadol

Do I Need to go Through Withdrawal from Tramadol?

Tramadol is a painkiller with an opioid as the active ingredient. Doctors prescribe this medication to treat moderate to severe pain. The drug also has a high probability of abuse. If you have questions about withdrawal from Tramadol, it’s fair to suspect you might have an addiction. Opioids are insidious substances. For all the good…