Stimulant Detox

Can You Quit Stimulants Cold Turkey?

Quitting cold turkey with stimulants is dependent on the type of stimulant being abused. Though some addicts could be advised to quit cold turkey, others are advised to gradually start tapering off the usage. In most cases, withdrawing from stimulants should be under the supervision of a medically trained staff in a detox facility.

Types of stimulants can include:

Cocaine, Adderall, meth, speed, ephedrine, MDMA (Ecstasy), MDPV, methamphetamine, bath salts

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Stimulant Withdrawal Symptoms

When one has been heavily using stimulants they may be awake for long periods of time and will ultimately “crash.” They will become depressed and may sleep for hours or even days.

When they wake, the user will experience additional withdrawal symptoms, the most dangerous being severe depression to the point of suicidal thoughts and acts. This is why it’s critical to seek stimulate addiction recovery treatment for addiction instead of the addict trying to quit stimulants on their own. The withdrawal symptoms of stimulants can vary depending on the person’s history with the drugs, physical health, and tolerance.

Two or more of these symptoms usually occur:

Jittery reactions

Anxiety

Chills

Dehydration

Dulled senses

Slowed speech/movements

Irritability

Hallucinations

Paranoia

Fatigue

Depression

Impaired memory

Insomnia or hyper-somnia

Body aches

Unpleasant dreams

Detoxing Off Stimulants

Stimulant Withdrawal Timeline

Generally, alcohol withdrawal can be broken down into these three stages. The exact withdrawal timeline and symptoms can vary depending on the severity of dependency on alcohol.

1. First 24-28 hours after last use: unhappiness, fatigue, anxiety, panic, paranoia
2. Days 4-10: Strong cravings, Fatigue & depression may still be present.
3. Days 11-17: Insomnia, Depression, Mood swings, Hypersomnia
4. Days 18+: Remaining symptoms at this point are considered post-acute withdrawal symptoms

Medication For Stimulant Withdrawal

Stimulants are cleared from the individual’s body pretty quickly depending on the usage and dosage. With stimulants, there has not been any medication to be proven to help with the withdrawals, but there are some that help individuals cope with the symptoms. Some of these medications could include:

Anti-depressants: In the case where mental health disorders arise due to stimulant use, anti-depressants may be prescribed.

Anti-anxiety Meds: Anti-anxiety medications may be used for a short time frame to subside with anxiety symptoms of withdrawal.

Anti-psychotics: Anti-psychotics and short doses of benzodiazepines may be used to help with agitation and irritability.

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Stages Of Stimulant Detox

At Peaks Recovery, our medical detox stages can look like this:

Evaluation

Within the first 24 hours of admission, you will meet with our primary care physician and psychiatrist for a health and physical screening and full psychiatric evaluation.

Stabilization

To address any primary drug and alcohol substance use disorder; including any underlying mental health concerns requires medical stabilization to ensure every patient’s safety and well-being so that they can focus on their recovery goals.

Rehabilitation

Medical Detox addresses the acute physiological and psychiatric concerns. Like the removal of a cast, the real rehabilitation begins after medical detox.

Therapy After Our Colorado Drug & Alcohol Detox Center

Detoxing from drugs and alcohol is the first step toward recovery. However, the evidence is clear that the longer a person distances themselves from their last use of drugs and alcohol, the greater chance of recovery. At Peaks Recovery Centers, the next step in our recovery process is transitioning into our residential inpatient rehab.

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Peaks Recovery Centers exclusive approach to inpatient treatment empowers men and women to leave drugs and alcohol behind them. Whether you are looking for alcohol rehab, drug rehab, our rehab program helps individuals learn and invest in new life practices, therefore they can restore and reclaim their lives.

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