Medically Managed Benzodiazepine Detoxification

Medical Benzodiazepine Detoxification in Santa Ana, CA

 

Benzodiazepines are commonly referred to as “benzos” and synonymous with “Xanax,” which is the most high profile brand name benzo. Benzodiazepines are a class of medications which are used primarily as a sedative and for anxiety disorders.

Benzos are one of the most widely prescribed medications in the U.S. and also have a high potential for abuse. Some common brands of benzodiazepines include:

• Xanax
• Ativan
• Klonopin
• Valium
• Restoril

According to the DEA these brands (and their generic counterparts) are the most commonly prescribed and also the “most frequently encountered on the illicit market.” Whether you became dependent after taking a prescribed medication or from obtaining Benzos another way, you will likely need help to withdraw safely from Benzodiazepines.

How Can Savers Addiction Medical Detox Help?

Withdrawal from Benzos is a prolonged process that generally occurs in three phases. Onset of early withdrawal depends on which Benzodiazepine(s) you’ve been using, how long you’ve used, and other factors.

Onset of acute withdrawal usually occurs within a few days from your last dose. For some, the final phase of protracted withdrawal lasts up to two years. The dedicated staff of addiction professionals at Savers Addiction Medical Group will stay with you throughout the process of withdrawing from benzodiazepines.

The Process of Getting Help for Benzodiazepine Dependence

During your intake, we will ask you some questions to establish what Benzodiazepine(s) you’ve been taking, any other substances you may be using, your general health, including mental, emotional and physical. Answering these questions as accurately as possible will help us to plan the best possible medical withdrawal strategy. Our goal is to help you to safely and effectively withdraw from Benzos and support you on your path to recovery.

What Withdrawal Symptoms Can I Expect to Experience?

Withdrawal symptoms vary from user to user and depend on many factors. Most people experience one or more of the following symptoms as they go through withdrawal:

• Headache
• Insomnia
• Nausea
• Tremors
• Anxiety
• Sweating
• Sensory distortion
• Heart palpitations
• Panic attack(s)

For some, withdrawal includes seizures and/or delirium tremors, and can even prove fatal. It is not recommended to attempt to withdraw from benzodiazepines without medical supervision.

 

Our Detoxification Process Will Get You Safely Through Acute Withdrawal

Once we do the initial intake assessment we can plan the best strategy to free you from benzodiazepines. If you need additional medications to help you through the withdrawal process our experienced team of medical experts can administer the appropriate medication.

Depending on your physical health and history of use, you may need to be tapered off over a period of days or even weeks to safely withdraw. The goal is to monitor you through this process and give the appropriate support to help you emerge substance-free.

Checking into Savers Addiction Medical Group detoxification unit will allow us to closely monitor your physical, mental and emotional condition throughout the withdrawal process, to ensure you are safe and as comfortable as possible.