Difficult Detox
Drug addiction and substance abuse are not only prominent with the use of ‘street drugs’, the epidemic has been increasingly present in the world of prescription medications as well, even those that are used to ‘wean’ people off of other illicit drugs. Here are a list of some of the most commonly abused prescription, or ‘legal’ drugs, and their self-detox risks.
SubOxone:
The intended use of SubOxone is the treatment of opiate addiction, however, many individuals develop a dependency on this ‘alternative’ as well. In fact, it has been know to cause worse withdrawal symptoms, both mentally and physically, than the opiates themselves. Here are a few symptoms to watch for:
• Weakness
• Drowsiness
• Sever Stomach Pain
• Headaches …show more content…
Simply transferring their need and desire for one substance, to the next. Methadone has a few uses within the medical, and recovery realms. On one hand, methadone is used for the treating of chronic, severe pain. At the other end of the spectrum, methadone is prescribed, and monitored, in individuals that suffer from Heroin addiction. Unfortunately, it is also a narcotic medication and the addiction generally just switches its preferential drug of choice. By the time you notice that you are now addicted to the intensity of Methadone, it is beyond the average person’s control. Some of the symptoms that we are mindful of are:
• Shortness of breath
• Rhythmic Interruption (Heart)
• Nausea and Vomiting
• Severe Abdominal Cramping
Opiates:
Opiates are the most misused drug in the world right now and it is easy to see why. The over prescribing, and over using of these drugs has become the norm. Typically prescribed for short term, or temporary pain, opiates work in the center of your brain. So once you have become accustomed to consuming hydrocodone, oxycodone, or OxyContin, it is a trial to stop without facing a world of trouble. We can help ease that pain, and remove part of the difficulty. Symptoms that we commonly see:
• Agitation
• Restlessness
• Anxiety
• Suicidal Ideations
•
Drug addiction and substance abuse are not only prominent with the use of ‘street drugs’, the epidemic has been increasingly present in the world of prescription medications as well, even those that are used to ‘wean’ people off of other illicit drugs. Here are a list of some of the most commonly abused prescription, or ‘legal’ drugs, and their self-detox risks.
SubOxone:
The intended use of SubOxone is the treatment of opiate addiction, however, many individuals develop a dependency on this ‘alternative’ as well. In fact, it has been know to cause worse withdrawal symptoms, both mentally and physically, than the opiates themselves. Here are a few symptoms to watch for:
• Weakness
• Drowsiness
• Sever Stomach Pain
• Headaches …show more content…
Simply transferring their need and desire for one substance, to the next. Methadone has a few uses within the medical, and recovery realms. On one hand, methadone is used for the treating of chronic, severe pain. At the other end of the spectrum, methadone is prescribed, and monitored, in individuals that suffer from Heroin addiction. Unfortunately, it is also a narcotic medication and the addiction generally just switches its preferential drug of choice. By the time you notice that you are now addicted to the intensity of Methadone, it is beyond the average person’s control. Some of the symptoms that we are mindful of are:
• Shortness of breath
• Rhythmic Interruption (Heart)
• Nausea and Vomiting
• Severe Abdominal Cramping
Opiates:
Opiates are the most misused drug in the world right now and it is easy to see why. The over prescribing, and over using of these drugs has become the norm. Typically prescribed for short term, or temporary pain, opiates work in the center of your brain. So once you have become accustomed to consuming hydrocodone, oxycodone, or OxyContin, it is a trial to stop without facing a world of trouble. We can help ease that pain, and remove part of the difficulty. Symptoms that we commonly see:
• Agitation
• Restlessness
• Anxiety
• Suicidal Ideations
•