codeine detox
Codeine operates by travelling quickly through the bloodstream to the brain, triggering a severe high feeling of pleasure. The rapid high is followed by a state of total relaxation which can last for several hours. To obtain this feeling, the codeine causes a decrease in the breathing rate. This can cause physical difficulties and in some cases even fatal.
The side effects from codeine withdrawal last between 4 and 8 days, during this time the physical symptoms subside. Any insomnia, depression or fatigue suffered takes longer to overcome. The goal of a detox is to rid the body of physical addiction.
The safest place to detox from such an addiction is in a medically supervised detox centre.
At Tailored Rehab we can assist you in finding the most suitable treatment your individual circumstances.
