Facts
- Use of methadone comes with similar side effects and risks as other opiates, including the development of tolerance and drug dependence.
- PCP was once an approved for anesthetic in humans but was discontinued in 1965 because individuals who were administered the drug often became agitated, delusional, and irrational while recovering from its anesthetic effects.
- Typical symptoms of withdrawal from antipsychotic medication can include but are not limited to digestive problems, nausea and vomiting, dizziness, shakiness, hallucinations, delusions, or other psychotic symptoms.
- Memory tests of people who have taken Ecstasy as compared to non-drug users have shown that the Ecstasy users had lower scores.
Granite City, Illinois - Hospital InpatientAn individual who is severely addicted to drugs or alcohol will benefit tremendously by attending a hospital inpatient 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 drug addict requires 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 hospital inpatient portion of their treatment plan is complete they may choose to enter a sober living facility or transfer into an outpatient program.