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  • 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.
  • Short-term effects associated with heroin use include a warm flushing of the skin, dry mouth, and heavy extremities.
  • Individuals who use opiates such as morphine, hydromorphone, or oxycodone may experience withdrawal symptoms within six to 12 hours of the last dose.
  • Long after the physical need for Opana has passed, individuals may still struggle with side effects which can include severe depression, anxiety, insomnia, mood swings, forgetfulness, confusion, paranoia, and various other types of psychological disorders.

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Criminal Justice Clients - Iowa City, Iowa

Drug or alcohol rehabilitation is sometimes a part of a criminal justice clients sentence for the crime they have committed. In order to provide these individuals the treatment they need, there are a few steps that need to be followed before they can enroll into a recovery rehab facility. First, they need to find out if they are eligible for drug rehabilitation while involved in the Iowa City, Iowa criminal justice system. Their case is evaluated by a panel who makes the decision if they are in need of rehabilitation and if so how much and what type is required. Furthermore, when they are evaluated for drug addiction problems, the client is also evaluated for mental health issues as well. Their drug addiction problem, mental health problems, criminal activity, sentence length and previous treatment history are all determining variables in the creation of the rehabilitation plan.

  • Unity Point Health St. Lukes
    23.3 miles from Iowa City, Iowa
    Unity Point Health St. Lukes is located at:

    1030 5th Avenue SE
    Cedar Rapids, IA. 52403

    If you would like to contact Unity Point Health St. Lukes, you can reach them at 319-363-4429.

    Unity Point Health St. Lukes offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Dui/Dwi Offenders, Criminal Justice Clients, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)