How Long Does It Take for a Detox to Work?
The timeline for the detox process varies based on a number of factors, including the substance, the intensity of the addiction, and your medical history. Typically, it can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks. Most clients need ample time to get past their withdrawal symptoms before they can concentrate on therapy.
At Profound, our medically-monitored detox program offers 24-7 care in an upscale environment to ensure you go through withdrawal safely and comfortably. A doctor or nurse practitioner is available to offer relief medication should you experience any discomfort.
Withdrawal Symptoms
Withdrawal symptoms occur when a person stops using a substance their body depends on. Physical and psychological symptoms are common but impossible to predict. This uncertainty is one reason to consider a residential detox program.
At the Profound Treatment detox in Woodland Hills, we help clients with a 24-hour medically monitored detox program. We provide relief medication to keep clients comfortable and monitor their progress closely.
Alcohol withdrawal can be mildly uncomfortable to severely painful, depending on the individual’s level of addiction, general health, and other factors. People considered heavy drinkers — those consuming more than seven drinks per week — typically experience the most severe symptoms.
Drug detox symptoms vary according to which substance a person has become addicted to. Like alcohol withdrawal, the symptoms can be mild to severe, depending on external factors.
Drug Detox Withdrawal Symptoms
The symptoms each person experiences while going through drug detox in Woodland Hills vary but typically include the following:
- Insomnia
- Anxiety
- Nausea and other flu-like symptoms
- Increased heart rate
- Muscle aches and general pain
- Irritability and angry outbursts
- Depression
- Digestive upsets
- Hallucinations
- Paranoia
- Tremors
- Detachments
- Seizures
Most physical symptoms arise during the acute withdrawal stage, which can last up to three weeks, depending on the drugs and the person’s general health.
Alcohol Detox Withdrawal Symptoms
Alcohol withdrawal symptoms typically begin within a few hours after your last drink. Symptoms may include:
- Nausea, sweating, and other flu-like symptoms
- Agitation
- Insomnia
- Anxiety
- Shaking, tremors
- Night sweats
- Nightmares
- Hallucinations
- Increased heart rate
- Seizures
The most severe symptom of alcohol withdrawal is called delirium tremens, or “DTs.” Delirium tremens is a medical emergency that can result in death. The possibility of experiencing delirium tremens is one reason to consider admittance into our Woodland Hills detox center.
How Detox Feels
Detoxing from drugs or alcohol is, at best, uncomfortable. For some people, it can be extremely painful, with both physical and psychological symptoms, including extreme cravings.
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