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  • Large doses of inhalants in sufficient concentrations can create intoxication that lasts for several minutes.
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  • The FDA banned Benzedrine inhalers containing amphetamine in 1965, but non-medical use remains common.
  • The intensity and duration of opiate withdrawal varies greatly depending on the dose and speed of withdrawal. Short-acting opiates, such as heroin, tend to produce more intense but briefer symptoms.

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West Springfield Town, Massachusetts - Detoxification

Men and women who are physically reliant to drugs or alcohol and want help will initially go through detoxification before receiving other treatment services in drug rehab. Detoxification is basically the procedure of the drug being eliminated from one's system, which is typically uncomfortable and may carry risks if not conducted in a setting which can provide appropriate support and medical intervention as needed. Detoxification services are offered at either a professional drug or alcohol detoxification facility or a drug rehab facility which can correctly oversee and provide medical supervision for men and women who are just coming off of drugs. Detox services usually include insuring the individual is as relaxed as possible while detoxing and going through drug or alcohol withdrawal, delivering proper nutrition and making certain the particular person is getting proper rest, and providing supplements and medicine as required 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 detox facility or drug rehab facility which can supply detoxification services, the person will have detoxification staff at their disposal around the clock to make sure that any difficulties are handled as swiftly and safely as possible.

  • Sisters of Providence Hospital
    2.8 miles from West Springfield Town, Massachusetts
    Sisters of Providence Hospital is located at:

    1233 Main Street
    Holyoke, MA. 1040

    If you would like to contact Sisters of Providence Hospital, you can reach them at 413-536-5111.

    Sisters of Providence Hospital offers the following treatment services: Substance Abuse Treatment Services, Detoxification, Methadone Detoxification, Outpatient, Persons With Co-Occurring Mental And Substance Abuse Disorders, Persons With Hiv/Aids, Pregnant/Postpartum Women, Women, Men, Asl Or Other Assistance For Hearing Impaired, Spanish
    Payment forms accepted: Medicaid, State Financed Insurance (Other Than Medicaid), Private Health Insurance, Payment Assistance (Check With Facility For Details)