Opiate Detox Gallipolis OH

Opiods and opiates are chemicals that affect the body by binding to the opiod receptors in the central nervous system. The most commonly used opiates, which are naturally occurring alkaloids of the opium poppy, are morphine and codeine. Read and find out more info regarding opiod and opiate detox.

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(740) 446-7866
45 Olive Street
Gallipolis, OH
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(740) 446-5554
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Adolescents, Pregnant/postpartum women, Women, Men, Criminal justice clients
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Health Recovery Services Inc
(740) 992-5277
138 North 2nd Avenue
Middleport, OH
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Unison Behavioral Health Group
(419) 242-9577
544 East Woodruff Avenue
Toledo, OH
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders
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ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired, Spanish

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House of Hope for Alcoholics
(614) 276-4840
771 Harrisburg Pike
Columbus, OH
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient
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Women

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Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
(216) 265-6800
12301 Snow Road
Parma, OH
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(216) 265-6800
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Substance abuse
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Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents
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Prestera Center for MH Services Inc
(304) 675-2361x3510
Mason County Office
Point Pleasant, WV
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(800) 642-3434
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Substance abuse treatment
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Outpatient
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DUI/DWI offenders
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Center for Chemical Addictions Trt
(513) 381-6672
830 Ezzard Charles Drive
Cincinnati, OH
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Substance abuse , Detoxification, Buprenorphine Services
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Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less), Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Special Programs/Groups
Seniors/older adults
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ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Maumee Valley Guidance Center
(419) 636-2932
203 North Lynn Street
Bryan, OH
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders
Language Services
ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Bethesda Alcohol and Drug Trt Program
(513) 569-6116
619 Oak Street
Cincinnati, OH
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Substance abuse , Detoxification
Types of Care
Outpatient
Language Services
ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Cornell Abraxas Group Inc
(419) 747-3322
2775 State Route 39
Shelby, OH
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days)
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Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Criminal justice clients

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Opiate Detox

Opiod and Opiate Detox

Opiods and opiates are chemicals that affect the body by binding to the opiod receptors in the central nervous system. The most commonly used opiates, which are naturally occurring alkaloids of the opium poppy, are morphine and codeine. Semi-synthetic opiods include heroin and oxycodone (also known by the brand name OxyContin). Methadone, used as a substitute for heroin, is a fully synthetic opiod. Percodan, Percocet, Darvocet, Dilaudid and Vicodin are also considered to be opiates.

Opiod and opiates are chemically similar to naturally occurring endorphins, the “feel good” substance the body produces. These substances may be prescribed medications for pain management, or they may be abused as street drugs. In either scenario, dependence develops quickly and withdrawal symptoms can be severe. Acute withdrawal symptoms can include pain, vomiting, diarrhea and panic attacks. Once the acute symptoms have passed, there may be a period of depression and anxiety that can last for months.

Overdose is a major issue with any opiod or opiate. Since street drugs are often cut, it is impossible to know what dosage you might be taking. That means there is no such thing as a safe dose, especially once you have developed a tolerance that leads to larger dosage.

Where to Find an Opiate Detox Program

While there may be some addictive substances that can be kicked “cold turkey,” opiates are not among them. The withdrawal symptoms can be so severe that a medi...

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