Facts
- Methamphetamine is a very addictive stimulant drug that is closely related to amphetamine.
- When methadone is used to help an individual avoid opiate withdrawal symptoms, doses of methadone are administered every four to six hours and are slowly decreased until withdrawal symptoms have disappeared, then dosages are discontinued. It is likely that the individual will become dependent to Methadone however and the individual should research all options before choosing this one.
- Withdrawal symptoms associated with OxyContin may include restlessness, muscle and bone pain, insomnia, diarrhea, vomiting, cold flashes, and involuntary leg movements.
- Some of the worst prescription drug withdrawal symptoms documented are for the drug Cymbalta (an anti-depressant), which are sometimes referred to as "nightmare-ish" because of how intense they can potentially be.
Howes Cave - Hospital InpatientA person who is seriously addicted to drugs or alcohol will benefit tremendously by receiving treatment from a hospital inpatient rehab program. These types of programs are geared towards physical health, mental health and medical stabilization. Recovering persons will have access to medication as well as medical staff around the clock. While not every person attempting recovery requires this level of care, it is useful to those who have serious physical addiction problems to drugs or alcohol. Hospital inpatient programs often last several days to even up to a month. Once the inpatient part of their treatment plan is complete they may choose to enter a sober living program or transfer into an outpatient program.