Facts
- Snorting cocaine can cause ulcerations in the mucous membrane of the nose and holes and in the barrier separating the nostrils.
- Methamphetamine withdrawal symptoms that individuals commonly experience when they stop using the drug suddenly are fatigue, depression anxiety, irritability, headaches, agitation, an inability to remain still, excessive sleeping, vivid or lucid dreams, deep REM sleep and suicidal ideation and an increased appetite.
- Individuals who use the sleep medicine Ambien can experience withdrawal when they suddenly cease using the drug after long-term use, although there are instances of individuals experiencing Ambien withdrawal after daily use for just 1 or 2 weeks.
- The route of administration of a drug, whether intravenous, intramuscular, oral or otherwise, can sometimes play a role in determining the severity of withdrawal symptoms.
Rawlings - Hospital InpatientAn individual who is severely addicted to drugs or alcohol will benefit greatly by receiving treatment from a hospital inpatient program. These types of programs are geared towards making the individual�''s withdrawal and detox as smooth as possible. Recovering persons will have access to medication as well as medical staff around the clock. While not every person attempting recovery needs this level of care, it is beneficial to those who have severe physical addiction problems to drugs or alcohol. Hospital inpatient programs often last several days to even up to a month. Once the inpatient portion of their recovery is finished they may choose to enter a sober living program or transfer into an outpatient program.