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naltrexone
options
Naltrexone
Naltrexone is a prescription medication that is used to lessen cravings
for alcohol or opioid drugs. Naltrexone has been clinically proven to work
on the centers of the brain that control cravings. Studies completed at
the University of Pennsylvania show that people that take naltrexone to
reduce cravings for alcohol tend to have less recidivism after completing
alcohol or drug treatment at a residential treatment center. Patients
taking naltrexone report that it has no mind altering or addictive
effects. Naltrexone is approved by many court systems to ensure
compliance. Unlike Antabuse; Naltrexone does not make people physically
ill when they drink. It simply reduces the urge to drink or use opiate
drugs. Naltrexone treatment can be incorporated into residential drug
treatment as part of the process.
Rapid
detox
Rapid detox is a system for detox by which persons that are addicted to
opioid drugs such as vicodin, heroin, methadone, oxycontin, morphine or
other prescription medications complete detox under anesthesia in a short
period of time. Also known as Rapid Opioid Detox, this process can be a
way to treat individuals who find that traditional long term detox does
not fit their needs. Rapid detox is not a cure all and should be used only
in conjunction with residential drug treatment not instead of treatment.
Rapid detox may also be used in conjunction with naltrexone treatment.
Sober
living
Sober Living is an option for those who have completed residential drug
treatment and find that they may need additional time in treatment without
the cost. Sober living provides a structure in which all residents are
responsible for their own actions within a supportive environment of peers
that are going through similar experience. Sober Living is ideal for those
who do not wish to return to non-supportive environments, but continue to
have the freedom to work or attend school
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