To enroll in a detox program in your town or city it is best to understand the process that each center uses and the medications that a person may be given to make the process medically safe. Not all detox centers are set up to handle the complexity of some medications or drugs that can be abused. It is important to make sure that the substances a person is trying to detox from can be handled at the center of choice. This will make it so a person can be safely taken off of the DOC (drug of choice) and have a full recovery before entering a drug rehab center. Sometimes it is best to go to detox that is not in your area at all. Finding a detox center is the first step in the recovery process and should always be followed up by an inpatient or outpatient treatment program. This will help to make sure that a person, once detoxed, doesn’t fall back into the same behaviors and habits that led to the problem in the first place. It is sometimes beneficial for the client to go to treatment further away from home. Getting away from temptations and friends who may still be using is often better for many people. Clients who go to rehab in another state also have a harder time leaving treatment early as well. Depending on the situation, our counselors may suggest looking for substance abuse programs that are a plane flight away.

If you are looking for a detox and treatment program nearby or anywhere in the United States, call now to speak with addiction treatment specialists and they will help you find the best detox center that will be right for you or someone you love with substance abuse problems.

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What You Will Learn:

What Is Detox?
What kind of detox programs are available in my area?
How long does detox take?
Do I need to go to a detox center?
Signs of Withdrawal
Will Insurance Cover the Cost of Medical Detox
How to Get Started

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What is Detox?

de·tox
noun /ˈdētäks/
a process or period of time in which one abstains from or rids the body of toxic or unhealthy substances; detoxification.
“he ended up in detox for three months.”
verb /dēˈtäks/
abstain from or rid the body of toxic or unhealthy substances.
“he checked into a hospital to detox.”

Detox helps the body clear itself of drugs or alcohol that the individual has consumed for a period of time to the point of dependency. The main purpose of a detox program is to safely manage the withdrawal symptoms that can come on after the substance has been stopped. There are many different ways to detox someone from drugs or alcohol, with some being specifically designed to handle specific drugs. Some detox programs can be done either in an outpatient setting or an inpatient setting, depending on the facility and level of care you choose. Medications used in detox can include anticonvulsants, antiadrenergic agents, acamprosate, anti-nausea medications, antidepressants, antipsychotics, Benzodiazepines, Buprenorphine, Disulfiram, Methadone, Modafinil, Naltrexone, Suboxone, Subutex, Vivitrol, and other medications that have been proven to be useful during the detox process. 

There are a few different detoxification program offerings in most cities, including inpatient stand-alone centers, inpatient drug and alcohol detox centers attached to drug rehab centers, and outpatient drug detox centers. Stand-alone detoxification centers available in most areas offer programs for those who either have already set up an inpatient drug rehab center, have an outpatient treatment program, or have decided that detox is all they need for their recovery. Patients will be able to have access to 24-hour care while medical professionals monitor the withdrawal symptoms and adjust the program accordingly as needed. Detox centers with a drug rehab program attached to the center can oftentimes yield the best results for long-term recovery from addictions to drugs or alcohol. When a person leaves detox and immediately enters into an inpatient short or long-term treatment program, the chances of long-term recovery increase dramatically.

Outpatient detox centers are for those who would like to stay in their home while going through detoxification from opioids or other medications. Some of these programs offer tapering and maintenance treatment plans and some counseling sessions to their patients. Tapering programs for opioid abuse are available at most of these centers through Buprenorphine, Suboxone, Naltrexone, or Methadone treatment programs. Adding an outpatient drug rehab program will be more effective in the treatment of most addictions to help with the underlying conditions that lead to the addiction in the first place.

Please contact us by phone for immediate assistance. This is a necessary step in beginning the recovery process for yourself or for a loved one. Our addiction treatment specialists and staff have over 25 years of experience in helping people find effective and affordable treatment for all addictions. What you tell us is completely confidential. We are HIPAA compliant. We are here to answer your questions and to get you (or a loved one) into treatment today. For immediate intake, call us now.

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Detox can take different lengths of time depending on the substance the person is withdrawing from. Each drug can affect the mind/body differently and may either make the detox time longer or shorter, depending on many factors. Some drugs, including alcohol, can be dangerous to detox from without medical supervision. We recommend contacting your family doctor to find out if you need to detox before stopping any medications or alcohol consumption. READ MORE

Depending on the type of addiction a person is dealing with, there can be a medical need to enter into a detoxification center, especially if you plan on stopping your medications or alcohol consumption. Some medications can have serious side effects that can cause major health problems if you stop them cold turkey. Alcohol withdrawal can become very dangerous to try to stop without going into a detox process. Please consult your doctor or give us a call before stopping drinking or going cold turkey off your medications to ensure that you do not have adverse side effects that can quickly become life-threatening.

Signs of Withdrawal

Signs of withdrawal can occur rapidly and can escalate for 3 or more days until your body rids itself of the dependency on the substance that has been abused. Here are some of the signs to be aware of that can lead to the need for medical detox. Sweating, shivering, body pains, diarrhea, fatigue, sleepiness, sleeplessness, anxiety, tremors, nausea and vomiting, changes in appetite, irritability, leg cramps, and cravings.

Major detoxification signs can include hallucinations, delirium tremors, seizures, heart palpitations, extremely high blood pressure, and low blood pressure. 

There are detox centers in your area that will help you achieve a life without drug or alcohol dependency. We can discuss treatment options, and detox programs, and help you understand the different types of programs available in or out of your area. If you would like any further information regarding the detox centers near you, give us a call and we can get you pointed in the right direction. Do not wait any longer to call if you are experiencing withdrawal symptoms. Some withdrawal can be deadly. We can help you find many types of treatment and detox centers immediately. Our trained counselors will help you find the best detox program for your specific circumstances. Call us toll-free and we will get you all the information that you will need to get into a detox center for your addiction now. We can help you or someone you love find the best detox center for addiction today. 

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Sources
Detox Protocol
Detoxification and Substance Abuse Treatment
Definitions in Detoxification

Erik Epp – Content Author