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Opioid Detoxification Page Opiate and opioid are often used interchangeably,

but they are two distinct classifications of drugs. Opiates are naturally occurring alkaloids obtained from the opium poppy (Papaver somniferum).

•Opioids can describe naturally occurring opiates, synthetically derived opiates or opioid peptides.

Morphine-like opioids are well-known for their addictive properties.

Complicated set of behaviors that occur due to misusing Drugs.

Drug addiction

Opioid addiction

It typically occurs after a period of time and with an increasingly higher drug dosage.

During extended drug use, the body physiologically adapts to the drug, leading to physical addiction.

Once addiction or dependence occurs, individuals typically require opioid detoxification.

Opioid Detoxification Some abusers are prescribed maintenance drugs

like Methadone or Suboxone which alleviate withdrawal symptoms.

Patients who forgo these drugs, due to their addictive risks, must decide how to deal with the painful effects of withdrawal.

Opioid Detoxification History Kleber et al. developed rapid opioid detoxification

(ROD) in the 1980’s.

Dr. Lowesntein carries four board certifications to compliment his work .

Reduce the length of hospitalization and to facilitate patient placement upon Naltrexone, an opioid antagonist.

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