Before diving into treatment, most addiction treatment programs require patients to undergo medical detox. In the days following your last dose of Methylin, your body will detox from the drug and process what is left of it. Detox services can be inpatient and outpatient, based on your needs.
The detox process is a difficult one for many people as it involves stimulant withdrawal. Withdrawal symptoms are caused by a physical dependence on stimulants, which means the body relies on stimulants to function. When the stimulants are no longer there, the body reacts with withdrawal symptoms like agitation, weakness, irritability, increased appetite, intense cravings, nightmares, depression, slowed thinking, anxiety, oversleeping, fatigue, and slowed movement.
For most people, withdrawal symptoms appear within a few hours to a few days after the last dose of Methylin and last several weeks to months. They also often peak in intensity by the third day of withdrawal. However, this is dependent on several factors such as duration of abuse and addiction severity.
Withdrawal symptoms range in severity, but for many people, these symptoms can be extremely uncomfortable and unpleasant. It’s important to avoid going through detox alone as it can quickly become dangerous. Medical detox services are readily available for those who need them and can make the process of withdrawal safe and more comfortable. Your care team will help you manage withdrawal symptoms, administer necessary medications or treatments, and monitor your vitals during the detox service.