Drug withdrawal refers to the symptoms that occur upon the discontinuation of certain drugs, after an individual has developed a drug dependence. Drug dependence develops after consuming substances over a period of time and if stopped abruptly may cause withdrawal symptoms in users once they have become addicted. This is the physiological response to sudden quitting or tapering down the use of a substance the body has become dependent on.
What is Drug Withdrawal?
Drug withdrawal may involve different combinations of physical and mental effects that a person experiences after stopping or reducing intake of an addictive substance such as opioids. Overtime, the body adapts to the presence of external substances and becomes unbalanced when the drugs are removed suddenly, leading to severe symptoms. Some drugs have greater potential for causing dependency than others, and withdrawal can be very severe and dangerous in some cases.
Drug Withdrawal Symptoms
Different drugs can create different withdrawal symptoms, including:
- Changes in sleeping or eating patterns
- Increases or decreases in heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing
- Upset stomach
- Diarrhea or constipation
- Trembling
- Muscle pain or headache
- Sweating or goosebumps
- Runny nose and eyes
- Anxiety or depression
What Drugs Cause Withdrawal Symptoms
Examples of withdrawal syndrome include:
- Alcohol withdrawal syndrome (which can lead to delirium tremens)
- Opioid withdrawal, including methadone withdrawal
- Cannabis withdrawal
- Benzodiazepine withdrawal
- Cocaine withdrawal
- Caffeine withdrawal
- Nicotine withdrawal
Conclusion
In conclusion, it is important for patients to note certain drugs may cause withdrawal symptoms, and patients should always talk to their doctor before stopping or reducing use of a substance. Among the most common drugs that cause withdrawal symptoms include Alcohol, Opioids, Cannabis, Benzodiazepines, Cocaine, Caffeine and Nicotine. Withdrawal symptoms vary between substances, and route of administration also plays a role in determining the severity of the withdrawal syndrome. When looking for treatment, overcoming withdrawal is one of the most significant barriers patients face when ready to cease usage, and it is important to select a treatment program that is effective and will ensure you overcome the withdrawal syndrome. With the ANR Treatment, patients are completely able to overcome the opioid withdrawal syndrome, with minimal side effects or symptoms, ensuring the first phase of recovery has been completed and the patient can now resume a life free from opioids.
Dr. Waismann identified the biological roots of opioid dependency, Since then he has successfully treated more than 24,000 patients worldwide that are struggling with opioid addiction.
Throughout his career, he has lectured and educated health professionals in dozens of countries around the world to this day.
