Heroin Addiction

Addictions to this powerful and dangerous opioid drug come with troubling heroin withdrawal symptoms.

Your body and brain quickly become reliant on the effects that it produces.

And heroin withdrawal symptoms and drug cravings can make it difficult for you to quit on your own.

Heroin is a Schedule I drug that has no approved medical uses and a high potential for addiction.

Still, in 2016, about 948,000 Americans had used heroin within the last year.

Most graduated to heroin after becoming addicted to prescription opioids.

If this story sounds familiar, help is available.

Common Forms of Heroin

In any form, heroin is addictive and may cause heroin withdrawal symptoms with prolonged use.

The most common form is that of a white or brown powder. Sticky black tar heroin is the second most common form.

Heroin users do not typically start with this powerful and addictive opioid. As we mentioned before, most heroin users try it after developing a tolerance to prescriptions like Vicodin and Percocet. These prescription opioids produce side effects that reduce physical pain and reduce your anxiety to make you feel more relaxed.

But after prolonged prescription opioid abuse, the effects become weaker. For this reason, many people who are addicted to prescription opioids eventually seek something stronger.

Heroin produces similar effects to prescription opioids and is cheaper, more potent, and easier to find. Unfortunately, heroin is also more dangerous.

If your heroin withdrawal symptoms have prevented you from quitting, we can help.

Problems Related to Untreated Heroin Withdrawal Symptoms

Heroin addictions can run rampant and leave you feeling powerless if left untreated.

Heroin addiction can impact everything from your finances and criminal record to your career and relationships.

Heroin is one of the most frequently smuggled illicit drugs, and heroin seizures have been rising over the last decade. As such, sentencing for heroin-related crimes has increased over the last decade.

But the most pressing concern is the number of heroin-related deaths. In just the state of California, 45% of drug overdose deaths involved opioids in 2018.

Heroin is a powerful and dangerous opioid that rewires your brain’s chemistry. Do not let it control your life for one more day.

Early Signs of Heroin Withdrawal

One of the most common signs of heroin withdrawal symptoms is the overwhelming urge to seek more.

If your drug-seeking behaviors keep you from completing tasks, working, or spending time with family and friends, you are likely addicted. If your drug cravings make you act out-of-character, these are clear signs that you will face more heroin withdrawal symptoms soon.

However, hope is not lost. You do not have to live with your withdrawal symptoms, drug cravings, or drug-seeking behaviors. Our comprehensive addiction programs help you overcome obstacles such as these.

Heroin Withdrawal Symptoms

Heroin withdrawal symptoms are more physical than psychological.

These symptoms can be intense. In some cases, they may be severe. Severe symptoms are one reason why medical professionals do not recommend users try to stop abruptly on their own.

Our high-level monitored, and professionally run drug detox programs handle situations like this. Heroin withdrawal symptoms can occur as soon as within a few hours after your last use.

Some of the most common ones may include:

• Restlessness
• Bone and muscle pain
• Insomnia
• Vomiting or diarrhea
• Cold flashes
• Leg twitches

Drug cravings are the symptom that most often lead to relapse.

The extent and severity of your withdrawal symptoms may vary depending on different individual factors. For example, factors such as the duration you have been using, the amount of the substance you usually intake, and the ingestion method you use can impact your detox process.

Whichever withdrawal symptoms you experience, we will be by your side to help you through them. If necessary, we may use certain approved and professionally administered medications to ease your withdrawal symptoms and help you to feel stronger in a quicker time period.

How to Cope with Heroin Withdrawal Symptoms 

If you are wondering how to cope with heroin withdrawal symptoms, you are not alone. Withdrawal symptoms are a problem that thousands of individuals face each year. Heroin withdrawal symptoms lead many people to relapse or avoid quitting altogether for fear of what will happen.

But taking back control of your life from your heroin addiction is worth the effort. And we will walk you through the process. Our medical detox will help ease your heroin withdrawal symptoms and drug cravings to pave the way to a smooth recovery.

Our comprehensive and customized treatment programs will help you evaluate and address temptations, triggers, and unhealthy thought patterns and behaviors. We help you flip these into healthier, more positive thoughts and actions.

You do not have to face your heroin withdrawal symptoms or your addiction alone. We are here to help every step of the way.

Heroin Rehab Options

Overcoming your heroin withdrawal symptoms is the start of your recovery. Long-term sobriety and health require long-term efforts. And remaining in treatment for the appropriate amount of time gives you the tools and resources you need to avoid relapse.

However, please know that you are not alone if you do relapse. Many people relapse each day. Addiction is a chronic and controlling disease. It takes a dedicated effort and a strong, supportive team for lasting success.

Chronic addiction is one reason why we offer such a wide variety of addiction treatment options.

Your customized addiction treatment will likely start with an assisted detox to rid yourself of the heroin in your body.

Inpatient and outpatient treatment programs are two of the most common rehab options. With an addiction as intense and overwhelming as heroin can be, inpatient treatment programs are often better. These provide 24-hour access to care, support, and guidance.

However, not everyone can commit to a full-time program. In these instances, we offer outpatient support, aftercare services, intensive outpatient programs, and more to fill in the gaps.

We work with you to determine the care methods and programs that best fulfill your needs.

Paying for Heroin Rehab

Paying for heroin detox and rehab may be easier than you might think.

Most major health insurance providers offer coverage for addiction health treatments. Your provider may offer full or partial coverage for the services you are seeking.

If you are unsure of your plan’s coverage, please call our admissions department. Someone is available 24/7 to review and verify your insurance for you. The process is fast, free, and easy.

North Jersey Recovery Center

Heroin is an addictive and dangerous drug.

But your heroin withdrawal symptoms will only continue to control your life if you let them.

The best time to change your life is this very moment.

Why wait another day to overcome your heroin addiction?

We give you access to the resources, training, therapies, and support you need to move forward instead of dwelling in the past.

All you have to do is make the call.