Texas Medical Detox Center

Medical detox is an integral part of drug addiction treatment. A safe, well-managed detoxification process and program gives the mind and body a clean slate so the work of recovery from substance abuse can begin.

Rehabilitation can seem difficult, and even scary, for people who are addicted to drugs or alcohol. Withdrawal symptoms of severe substance abuse can be intense: anxiety, vomiting, insomnia, headaches, shaking, a racing heart, and hallucinations are just some of the problems people experience as they wean themselves from their drug or alcohol dependency. It’s crucial to be medically supervised and supported during the detoxification process for the best chance of success in recovery.

Stonegate Center’s medical detox program is one reason why we’re the leader for addiction treatment in Texas. Our staff is both experienced and compassionate, providing sound medical care during detox so you can start healing from your addiction. Contact us today if you or a loved one needs professional help to get clean and sober.

 What Substances Require Medically Supervised Detox?

Alcohol and drug detox centers handle many types of cases. Anyone seeking this care should look for a licensed and qualified facility with experience in handling the withdrawal symptoms associated with most major substances. These can include:

• Substance: Alcohol

Withdrawal symptoms include: anxiety, mood swings, fatigue, nausea/vomiting, excessive sweating, elevated heart rate, tremors or shaking, insomnia, or delirium tremens (hallucinations, fever)

• Substance: Stimulants (cocaine, meth, etc.)

Withdrawal symptoms include: agitation, high appetite, fatigue, depression

• Substance: Opioids/opiates (heroin, oxycodone, etc.)

Withdrawal symptoms include: body aches, stomach cramps, insomnia, nausea/vomiting, sweating

• Substance: Benzodiazepines (Xanax, Valium, etc.)

Withdrawal symptoms include: anxiety, restlessness, tense and aching muscles, impaired brain function (particularly with memory and concentration)

Whether you need medical detox from opioids, alcohol, or other substances, you also want to find a treatment center skilled at handling detox along the entire spectrum of substance use. The greater the tolerance and dependency on drugs or alcohol, the greater the risk for severe withdrawal symptoms.

Finally, the best medical detox programs make it their goal to help you be as comfortable as possible during the process. That’s why many people choose Stonegate Center for their rehabilitation treatment. We support you at every stage of your recovery journey, including detoxification.

Medical Detox Programs Unique To Each Patient in Texas

At Stonegate Center, our medical team will use the information provided by a patient to create a detailed detox regimen tailored to the lifestyle and substance one is addicted to. This can look somewhat different for each patient. For instance, some people may need medications to help minimize cravings or withdrawal effects—such as methadone (for opioid withdrawal) and naltrexone (opioids and alcohol). In these cases, it’s important for medication management to be handled by medical professionals.

As for the length of medical detox in Texas, it typically lasts up to seven days. That timeframe can be longer or shorter, depending on each individual patient’s situation.