Oxycodone Withdrawal and Detox Center in Dallas
As you know from extensive media coverage, many people, particularly in the U.S., have been affected by the epidemic of oxycodone addiction. This highly addictive and over-prescribed opiate painkiller, known by its brand name OxyContin, is meant to treat severe pain after an injury, operation, or illness. This drug is also used for other types of longstanding pain when weaker painkillers have not worked.
Restored Path Detox Is a Place Where You Can Recover Quickly and Safely.
The effects of oxycodone addiction can ravage your physical, emotional, and social well-being. But you are not alone. Restored Path Detox understands oxycodone addiction and will care for you as a whole person. We’ll help you break the cycle of oxycodone dependence in our caring and comfortable environment.
During our medically monitored oxycodone detox, your vital signs will be closely watched around the clock. Medications may be used to control your more difficult OxyContin withdrawal symptoms safely. Our program ensures you’ll be medically stable before you return home or begin other recovery options, such as a substance use treatment program or individual therapy. We’ll be with you every step.
Our Approach
We match you with a combination of effective detoxification techniques to stop the addiction process and provide comfortable, caring, and integrated care. At Restored Path Detox, we combine medication-assisted treatment (MAT) options, round-the-clock medical supervision, and a range of specialized addiction services, including therapy sessions.
Our Individualized Approach Includes:
- Medical, mental health, and whole-person assessment
- Case management and treatment planning
- Individual supportive counseling
- Supportive counseling groups
- 24/7 medical supervision
- Nutritious meals
- Medication management
- Continuing care planning
- Recovery support
Our Environment
We provide a comfortable place for oxycodone withdrawal where you can begin your healing process and get back on your feet. At Restored Path Detox, we walk you through every stage of early recovery in an inviting atmosphere. We’ll start with a brief phone assessment, explore your coverage options, and set a date and time for intake. You can admit quickly and join our comfortable, protective environment within hours.
Our Amenities Include
- Comfortable private and semiprivate rooms
- TVs in all rooms
- Executive wing with private rooms
- Cell phone access for executive-level patients (as clinically appropriate)
- Gourmet meals created by a licensed nutritionist
- Snack options are available that cater to the health needs of our clients
- 24/7 nursing on all units
- ADA-accessible bathrooms with toiletries
- Outdoor courtyard and garden area
- Inviting, well-lit common spaces
- Premium linens
- Massage
- Acupuncture
Effects of Oxycodone Use
Oxycodone (oxy) is only available through a prescription from a licensed physician. Unfortunately, a significant amount of oxy is now being sold on the street.
Oxycodone produces a pleasurable high by stimulating the brain’s reward center and elevating dopamine levels. Usually, individuals who misuse oxy do so by snorting, chewing, or injecting it intravenously.
After a while, you will require higher doses to achieve desired effects. The consistent cravings resulting from your oxy tolerance will cause you to continue to use to avoid the unpleasant oxycodone detox and withdrawal symptoms.
Many individuals who misuse oxy also misuse benzos or alcohol to further their high. This combination can be hazardous, leading to respiratory depression and death. Others combine OxyContin, a brand of oxycodone, with stimulants such as amphetamines, cocaine, or meth. This combination of drugs can cause a heart attack or stroke.
Common effects of long-term oxycodone use include
- Loss of friends and family
- Marital problems, often ending in divorce
- Loss of job or expulsion from school
- Financial struggles
- Homelessness
- Seizures
- Accidents
- Cardiovascular damage
- Soft-tissue infections
- Liver disease
- Kidney disease
- Legal issues
- Infectious diseases like HIV
- Respiratory distress
- Coma
- Death
Oxycodone Use in the U.S.
While prescription opiates are among the most misused, the U.S. Department of Justice estimates that over 13 million Americans have used oxycodone for recreational purposes.
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention(CDC) estimates that almost 15,000 Americans die each year due to a prescription pain reliever overdose.
- Around 20% of the American adult population (those 12 and older) has misused a prescription medication at least once, the National Institute on Drug Abuse estimates.
- About 75% of those who misuse opioids do so with either oxycodone or hydrocodone, and almost 45% of that group prefers oxycodone, according to the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence.
- About 9% of all adults in the U.S. have or will misuse opioid narcotics in their lifetime.
Oxycodone Signs and Symptoms
When you quit oxycodone, your brain will attempt to rebalance itself, and OxyContin detox and withdrawal symptoms occur depending on your length, frequency, and amount of oxycodone used.
Behavioral symptoms include
- Lying
- Multiple doctor visits
- Forging prescriptions
- Borrowing or stealing pills
- Constantly losing prescriptions
- Neglecting all responsibilities
- Engaging in risky behaviors
Physical symptoms include
- Dizziness
- Itching
- Track marks on arms and legs
- Headaches
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Nausea and vomiting
- Lightheadedness
Cognitive symptoms include
- Hallucinations
- Paranoia
- Delusions
Psychosocial symptoms include
- Mood swings
- Depression
- Euphoria
- Anxiety
- Irritability
- Social isolation
Oxycodone Withdrawal Signs
Withdrawal usually starts within 8-12 hours and peaks at 72 hours of last use. Withdrawal symptoms begin depending on the formulation and method oxycodone was taken. Immediate-release formats have a half-life of 3-4 hours, while extended-release is around 12 hours. Injecting, snorting, or smoking oxycodone sends the drug more rapidly into the bloodstream, where it is active for a shorter period, as opposed to an oral route.
Oxycodone withdrawal symptoms last about a week and include
- Irritability
- Agitation
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Thoughts of suicide
- Anxiety
- Inability to concentrate
- Diarrhea
- Sweating
- Body aches
- Runny nose
- Headaches
- High blood pressure
- Irregular heartbeat
Dangerous complications can arise, so opioid withdrawal should be supervised closely at a medically monitored, short-term residential facility like Restored Path Detox.
Medically Monitored Detox at Restored Path
Relapse after oxycodone detox can increase the risk of a potentially life-threatening overdose. At our medically monitored Restored Path Detox, we help support you while the drug is removed entirely from your body. We use FDA-approved medications for opioid withdrawal to reduce symptoms and cravings.
One of these medications, Buprenorphine, is a partial opioid agonist. It remains active in the bloodstream longer and does not produce the same euphoric effects as oxycodone. Another medication, Naloxone, is added to buprenorphine products like Zubsolv and Suboxone to block opioid receptors from receiving any more opioid drugs. These medications can help manage withdrawal symptoms and set you on a path to recovery while in our program.
Naltrexone is another opioid antagonist in pill form (Depade and ReVia) or longer-acting injectable format (Vivitrol). These drugs reduce potential relapse by acting as opioid deterrents after your discharge.
How Long Does Oxycodone Withdrawal Last?
The oxycodone withdrawal timeline varies for everyone and depends on whether they’re using a short-acting or long-acting version of the drug.
The onset, severity, and duration of your symptoms depend on several factors, including
- Amount
- Duration
- Type of opioid used
- History of previous withdrawal
- Overall health
- Medical history
OxyContin withdrawal, for example, takes longer because it is an extended release of oxycodone.
So, how long does it take to detox from oxycodone?
Typically speaking, initial withdrawal symptoms begin 2-4 days after the last dose, peak in severity between 72-96 hours, and taper over the course of 2 weeks.
