Withdrawing from fentanyl can be very difficult due to the potency of this drug and its effects when used illicitly. The fentanyl withdrawal timeline typically consists of several stages, each characterized by specific symptoms that vary in intensity and duration. Understanding these stages can help individuals and their loved ones anticipate what lies ahead during […]
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When someone is struggling with opioid use disorder, and wants help, medication-assisted treatment for opioids can be an effective option. MAT, or medication-assisted treatment, is an evidence-based approach to treating opioid addiction. MAT combines medications with counseling and behavioral therapies to provide a “whole-patient” approach to treatment. The main medications used in MAT are methadone,
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Two of the more popular substances that are misused or used illicitly are opioids and stimulants. Using these substances long-term or illicitly when not required can lead to dependence and substance use disorders. Another popular misuse of these substances is called speedballing. Read on to get an answer to the question, “What is speedballing?” What
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Taking the first step to recovery from opiate use disorder requires undergoing detox at an addiction medical detox center. However, quitting “cold turkey” is never recommended, as withdrawal symptoms can become very painful, excruciating, and life-threatening in certain situations. As such, it is understandable you want to know how long does it take to detox
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