Codeine Detox
Codeine is a type of narcotic medication, and these are drugs which are most commonly used to provide pain relief. Codeine may also dull the senses and cause changes in both mood and behaviour.
Like other types of narcotics, this drug can be extremely addictive, and may cause adverse side effects such as:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Sweating
- Anxiety
- Agitation
When a person becomes addicted to this type of drugs, there are both the mental and physical aspects of this addiction to take into consideration when detoxing, with this in mind it is highly recommended the process takes place with medical supervision.
Without medical supervision, a Codeine detox is not easy due to the many side effects. Codeine withdrawal symptoms can last up to a number of weeks after stopping drug intake, with the intensity being after a few days. Withdrawal symptoms will vary with the individual, yet they often include:
- Aches and pains
- Cold- or flu-like symptoms
- Headaches
- Loss of appetite
- Mood swings
- Nausea
- Sleeping difficulties
- Sweating
The use of Subutex is very common in a codeine detox process, it can help users to cope with the withdrawal symptoms and in some cases eliminate symptoms. This should only be used in a medically managed environment, and is usually teamed with the tapering down process.
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