Drug Detox Articles

Eliminating drug addiction begins with inpatient drug detox. Each type of drug, whether it is marijuana, ecstasy, PCP, heroin, cocaine or OxyContin, has its own detox protocol. Some drugs have more intense withdrawal symptoms than others and it is best to be supervised by a medical team of doctors and nurses during this process. Different detox medications are distributed by doctors in inpatient detox facilities to ensure that the addict is as comfortable as possible. Get more information about drug detox programs based on specific drugs of abuse.

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Drug Detox: A Two Part Process

February 23, 2012

Drug detox is the first step in the process of recovery. When addicted, the addict’s body has been saturated with toxins from prolonged drug use. The body adjusts to functioning with a certain level of drugs in its system, and without those drugs it will become sick.

Does Ultra Rapid Opiate Detox Work?

February 22, 2012

Ultra-rapid opiate detoxification is a relatively new procedure used to help those with serious opiate addictions. Drug detox can be dangerous and painful, both emotionally and physically. If an addict is attempting to detox in the privacy of his or her own home, or the addict is going through outpatient drug detox, the risk of relapse in the midst of the process is greatly incre

Aftershocks: Post Acute Withdrawal Symptoms...

January 13, 2012

Withdrawal is a two part process, where physical withdrawal is followed by a psychological withdrawal. Psychological withdrawal is referred to as post acute withdrawal symptoms (PAWS). Post acute withdrawal is also accompanied by a few physical symptoms.