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  • Alcohol withdrawal is triggered when the central nervous system attempts to adjust to the sudden absence of ethyl alcohol in the body.
  • Persistent withdrawal signs have been observed in chronic drug users, even after acute withdrawal symptoms have passed. These symptoms can occur for many months.
  • Opiate overdose can occur when opiates slow down respiration to the point that can cause the person to stop breathing altogether and die.
  • Side effects as a result of Percocet use are mainly caused by its active ingredients, oxycodone and acetaminophen.

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Loretto, PA. - Detoxification

People who are physically dependent to drugs or alcohol and want help will 1st go through detox before getting other treatment services in drug rehab. Detoxification is basically the procedure of the drug being removed from one's system, which is usually uncomfortable and may carry risks if not carried out in a setting which can provide appropriate support and medical intervention as needed. Detoxification services are offered at either a professional drug or alcohol detox facility or a drug treatment facility which can correctly oversee and provide medical supervision for persons who are just coming off of drugs. Detox services generally include insuring the person is as relaxed as possible while detoxing and going through drug or alcohol withdrawal, delivering proper nutrition and ensuring the individual is receiving proper rest, and supplying supplements and medicine as wanted to make the detox process as easy and safe as possible. The individual in detox 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 treatment facility which can offer detoxification services, the person will have detoxification staff at their disposal around the clock to ensure that any difficulties are handled as rapidly and safely as possible.

  • Cove Forge Behavorial Health System
    23.8 miles from Loretto, Pennsylvania
    Cove Forge Behavorial Health System is located at:

    202 Cove Forge Road
    Williamsburg, PA. 16693

    If you would like to contact Cove Forge Behavorial Health System, you can reach them at 800-873-2131.

    Cove Forge Behavorial Health System offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less), Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Seniors/Older Adults, Women, Men
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Military Insurance (E.G., Va, Tricare)
  • Open Door of Indiana PA Inc
    28.6 miles from Loretto, Pennsylvania
    Open Door of Indiana PA Inc is located at:

    665 Philadelphia Street
    Indiana, PA. 15701

    If you would like to contact Open Door of Indiana PA Inc, you can reach them at 724-465-2605.

    Open Door of Indiana PA Inc offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Outpatient, Adolescents, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Gays And Lesbians, Criminal Justice Clients
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Medicaid, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Sliding Fee Scale (Fee Is Based On Income And Other Factors)
  • St. Joseph Institute
    29.7 miles from Loretto, Pennsylvania
    St. Joseph Institute is located at:

    134 Jacobs Way
    Port Matilda, PA. 16870

    If you would like to contact St. Joseph Institute, you can reach them at 814-692-4954.

    St. Joseph Institute offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days Or Less), Residential Long-Term Treatment (More Than 30 Days), Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Women, Men
    Payment forms accepted: Self Payment, Private Health Insurance