Demerol Detox
Meperidine, or Demerol as it is more commonly known, is a highly addictive prescription drug prescribed for pain management. Though it is possible to take the medication without becoming addicted, it is almost impossible to avoid physical dependence of some kind if Demerol is taken for any length of time or prescribed with a treatment plan and finite exit date. Some conditions are made worse with the abrupt cessation of the drug, which adds to its addictive quality and most conditions will require more and more of the drug to achieve the initial pain blocking effect. A Demerol detox is the only way to break this addiction to the painkiller and resume life without its weight holding you down.
What is a Demerol Detox?
There are a number of different ways to detox off of Demerol. There is the "cold turkey" detox, which is simple enough: you just stop taking the drug. You can lower your Demerol dose gradually until you are no longer on the medication at all. Or you can choose a medical detox like the one provided by Meditox.
Why is Demerol Detox Necessary?
If you continue to take Demerol for an extended period of time, the drug can eventually begin to damage your liver function and weaken your respiratory system, which in turn puts more work on other systems in the body. Also, those who are taking Demerol for pain may have other physical conditions that could worsen if you just quit taking the drug without medical supervision and assistance. A Demerol detox is necessary to break your addiction to the drug before any serious damage occurs internally, but it must be done with a medical professional overseeing the process to make sure that you are safe and well.
What Can I Expect From a Demerol Detox?
Depending upon the amount of your regular dose and the length of time you have been taking Demerol, your experience during detox will be different from that of others. Without medication, you can expect to experience something akin to the flu but 100 times more intense. With medication, you can dull these symptoms and almost avoid them completely, reclaiming your former acuity within weeks.
What is the Safest, Simplest Demerol Detox?
The medical detox provided by Meditox is the simplest and safest way to detox off of Demerol with minimal withdrawal symptoms. We prescribe a drug called buprenorphine, an FDA approved treatment for addiction to painkillers like Demerol. This drug is regulated due to the nature of its purpose, so not every doctor can prescribe it. At Meditox, our doctors are trained in the specifications of buprenorphine and certified to answer all your questions and care for you as you undergo your detox. If you think that this might be the right choice for you or your loved one addicted to Demerol, call us toll-free and set up your one and only appointment today.
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