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Desoxyn

Desoxyn is the brand name for methamphetamine hydrochloride; it is a nervous system stimulant that is used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and obesity.
“Desoxyn has a high potential for abuse.”
Desoxyn has a high potential for abuse, because it has the ability to trigger an influx of neurotransmitters in the body. It also causes the neurotransmitters to remain in the body for a long period of time, enabling the user to achieve a euphoric high. Patients have been known to abuse Desoxyn by increasing their dosages without authorization from qualified physicians.

Such abuses often produce undesirable side effects, including:

  • Seizures
  • Convulsions
  • Vision problems
  • Brain damage
  • Hallucination
  • Hypertension
  • Cardiac arrest
  • Comas
  • Headaches
  • Death

According to the U.S. Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Administration, in 2009, 12.84 million people in the United States reported non-medical use of methamphetamine at least once in their lifetime. Desoxyn is highly addictive and users are advised to seek Desoxyn addiction treatment immediately if they feel an addict is at play.

Withdrawal From Desoxyn

With the support of family, friends and addiction treatment specialists, Desoxyn users can stop using the drug. However, Desoxyn use should never be discontinued abruptly. Doing so can lead to severe withdrawal symptoms, including:

  • Insomnia
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Depression
  • Skin lesions
  • Extreme fatigue
  • Personality changes
  • Stomach cramps

Do you want to stop using methamphetamine hydrochloride, but you do not know how to go about it? Call now for help.

Treatment for Desoxyn Addiction

“Crystal Meth Anonymous is a support group that caters to users of methamphetamine.”
Users of methamphetamine have a variety of treatment options including 12-step programs like Crystal Meth Anonymous and treatment centers such as detox and rehabilitation centers. Crystal Meth Anonymous is a support group that caters to users of methamphetamine. The group offers a 12-step recovery program similar to that of Alcoholics Anonymous. If you are looking for a private support group near you, call for information on top support groups and private Desoxyn addiction treatment centers.

Detoxification

addiction assessmentDesoxyn use should only be discontinued under the supervision of detox professionals and qualified physicians. Detoxification cleanses the body of the toxins acquired through Desoxyn abuse. Research has shown that detoxification produces a reduction in drug abuse and a desire to seek further treatment. There are three main components of Desoxyn detox.

The first component of detoxification is evaluation, screening or assessment. In this stage the physician conducts a variety of tests to determine the concentration of Desoxyn and other substances within the patient’s blood and urine. By doing this, the physician is able to decide on the best course of treatment.

The second component of detoxification is stabilization. It involves assisting the patient through detoxification and withdrawal. Desoxyn detox centers may use non-addictive alternative medications to break the cycle of methamphetamine addiction. This method of detoxification is referred to as substitution. They may also administer anti-anxiety medications such as benzodiazepines to manage physical withdrawal symptoms.

The third component of detoxification is preparation for Desoxyn addiction treatment. Individuals who enter an addiction treatment program immediately after detoxification are more likely to recover and less likely to repeat the detoxification process, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Have you completed the detoxification process and want to enter a treatment program? Call for a referral to the best addiction treatment center near you.

Rehabilitation and Treatment

Relapse PreventionDesoxyn rehab and treatment centers foster abstinence from the drug by providing primary medical and psychiatric care to their patients. They assess the physical and psychological statuses of the patients on an ongoing basis and identify possible relapse triggers. Rehab centers also provide counseling and support for the patients and train them on strategies for relapse prevention.

In Desoxyn rehab, psychiatrists evaluate patients so as to determine whether they have mental health issues. This evaluation is important in Desoxyn addiction treatment because methamphetamine abusers often have mental health disorders.

Some addiction treatment centers utilize the matrix model of cognitive behavioral therapy. This treatment model, which takes four to six months, consists of at least three therapy sessions per week. During these sessions, individuals are taught how to manage their cravings and avoid risky activities that could trigger a relapse. This model also consists of family therapy and a 12-step recovery program. According to Msnbc.com, 50 to 60 percent of the patients who seek treatment for methamphetamine addiction are able to kick the habit by the end of the first year of treatment. Call now for a referral to a Desoxyn treatment center that utilizes the matrix model.

Factoids:

  • In 2009, 1 percent of 8th graders reported illicit use of methamphetamine.
  • According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, in 2002, 39,340 people visited the emergency department seeking Desoxyn addiction treatment and amphetamine addiction treatment.
  • Desoxyn is the only methamphetamine product that is legal in the United States.
  • According to SAMHSA, 50 percent of non-medical users of stimulants ages 12 or older get drugs from friends or relatives for free.

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