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  • The only opiates still in use for pain management by medical professionals are morphine and codeine, as well as some synthetic opiates.
  • Using magic mushrooms along with cocaine may cause an increased heart rate which could induce a bad trip.
  • As with most medications for mental illnesses, sudden cessation of antipsychotic medication is not recommended without medical supervision.
  • Parents, youth and the general population in the U.S. tend to assume that prescription drugs are less dangerous when abused than illegal drugs due to that fact that they are FDA-approved.

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Detoxification - Ingomar, PA.

People who are physically dependent to drugs or alcohol and want assistance will initially go through detoxification before receiving other treatment services in drug rehab. Detox is basically the procedure of the drug being removed from one's system, which is frequently uncomfortable and may carry risks if not executed in a setting which can offer appropriate support and medical intervention as necessary. Detoxification services are offered at either a professional drug or alcohol detoxification facility or a drug rehab facility which can effectively oversee and provide medical supervision for people who are just coming off of drugs. Detox services often include insuring the person is as comfortable as possible while detoxing and going through drug or alcohol withdrawal, providing proper nutrition and ensuring the particular person is getting proper rest, and supplying supplements and medicine as necessary to make the detoxification process as easy and safe as possible. The individual in detoxification will sometimes be encouraged to take part in some form of physical activity such as walking, yoga, etc. At a drug detoxification facility or drug rehab facility which can provide detoxification services, the person will have detoxification staff at their disposal around the clock to make sure that any problems are resolved as quickly and safely as possible.

  • VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System
    10.6 miles from Ingomar, Pennsylvania
    VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System is located at:

    University Drive
    Pittsburgh, PA. 15240

    If you would like to contact VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, you can reach them at 412-360-6611.

    VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Outpatient, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less)
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)