Facts
- How many drug withdrawal symptoms an individual experiences, how long they last and how severe they are can vary from person to person.
- Oxycontin withdrawal symptoms typically begin as soon as six hours after the last dose and can last up to one week.
- Rapid opiate detoxification to treat opiate withdrawal can be performed in a hospital or private clinic setting using a drug such as Naltrexone, an opiate antagonist that blocks opiate receptors and reverses the effects of opiates. Clonidine is administered at the same time to ease the symptoms of withdrawal.
- Some of the health consequences in teens associated with anabolic steroid abuse include: musculoskeletal system effects, permanent termination of growth in teens, infections from injection sites, and potentially fatal inflammation of the inner lining of the heart.
Other Languages - KingWhile searching for a drug rehab facility can seem to be an overwhelming task, finding one that offers services for other languages is an added challenge. However, these days a lot of rehab facilities employ staff members who are bilingual. When you have discovered a rehab program that meets your needs, speak to their staff about the likelihood of delivering their services other languages during treatment. Although they may not initially have the capability to offer their services in other languages they may be able to find a way to accommodate your needs. Frequently the rehab program will do its best to rise to the occasion and see what is available to help their clients.