Prescription Drugs Addiction Treatment

Prescription drugs like opioids (e.g., oxycodone), central nervous system depressants (benzodiazepines like Xanax, sleep aids), and stimulants (e.g., Adderall) are commonly diverted for misuse, leading to dependence via tolerance and withdrawal. Millions in the U.S. struggle with prescription drug use disorder, risking overdose, cognitive impairment, and co-occurring mental health issues. Treatment varies by class: MAT for opioids, supervised tapering for benzos, symptom management for stimulants, unified by behavioral counseling and support. Detox is medically supervised to prevent dangers: opioids cause flu-like symptoms, cravings, anxiety; benzos risk seizures, delirium; stimulants bring fatigue, depression. Medications stabilize—e.g., buprenorphine for opioids, long-acting benzos tapered slowly, antidepressants for stimulant crashes—transitioning to therapy. Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for opioids includes methadone, buprenorphine (reduces cravings/withdrawal), naltrexone (blocks effects). Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Contingency Management address all classes, building coping skills and rewarding abstinence. Dual diagnosis treats anxiety/depression; 12-step groups like NA provide community.

Treatment for Prescription Drugs Problems: Finding Help

Signs include doctor-shopping, escalating doses, withdrawal anxiety, or neglecting health—often with pain, ADHD, or insomnia roots. Dual diagnosis is key for co-occurring disorders. Treatment Angel’s Dual Diagnosis search and insurance filters connect to personalized rehab/counselors efficiently.

The Process of Getting Treatment

Assessment identifies class, severity, co-issues for inpatient/outpatient plans. Detox (3-10 days) manages acute risks; therapy follows with MAT where applicable. Opioid withdrawal peaks day 2-3 (aches, nausea); benzo tapering spans weeks (anxiety, insomnia); stimulant crash lasts days-weeks (suicidal ideation possible).

Recovery as a Lifelong Journey

Recovery integrates MAT/therapy, follow-up, support to sustain change and manage original conditions med-free. Long-term care prevents relapse.

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