800-671-4304Commonly Used Substances
Misusing or abusing substances causes many physical and mental health consequences. It can also cause negative effects on your work, relationships, finances, and academic performance.
Substance abuse can lead to addiction, a chronic condition characterized by uncontrollable drug or alcohol use. Substance addiction is progressive, which means it tends to worsen over time if it continues to go untreated.
What types of substances cause these negative effects? Following are some of the most commonly abused substances and details on which ones require professional detox and rehab treatment.
If you need help finding a rehab program, call 800-996-6135 today.
- Amphetamines
- Amytal
- Butorphanol
- Clonazepam
- Cocaine
- Depressants
- Dextroamphetamine
- Duragesic
- Drugs
- Fentanyl
- Hydrocodone
- Methamphetamine
- Stimulants
- Morphine
- Opana
- Oxy IR
- Suboxone
- Stadol
- Vicodin
- Psilocybin
- Mescaline
- Rohypnol
- Synthetic cannabinoids (“Spice” or “K2”)
- Anabolic steroids
- Synthetic cathinones (“Bath salts”)
- Salvia
- Tobacco/nicotine
Substances Requiring Medical Detox
Although anyone who is struggling with substance abuse or addiction may benefit from professional detox services, certain substances are of particular concern when it comes to withdrawal. Withdrawal symptoms emerge when you suddenly stop using a substance or dramatically reduce your dose. These symptoms may be mild in some people but extremely distressing or even life-threatening in others.
The following substances may produce life-threatening withdrawal symptoms, such as seizures:
- Alcohol
- Benzodiazepines
- Barbiturates
Because of the potential dangers of alcohol and sedative withdrawal, medical detox services are often the gold standard of care. Medical detox offers 24/7 care, medical monitoring, and supervision to ensure patient safety throughout the withdrawal process. Medical staff administers withdrawal medications that can ease symptoms and reduce cravings.
Although opioid detox isn’t typically dangerous, it can be very painful and uncomfortable, so much so that patients return to opioid use to relieve these symptoms. Many people may benefit from medical detox to increase their comfort and reduce the risk of relapsing. Plus, once you finish a medical detox program, the treatment team can assist you in transitioning to a formal addiction treatment program, where you’ll receive comprehensive substance abuse care aimed at helping you obtain and maintain sobriety long term.
Finding Treatment That Specializes in Your Addiction
Although most addiction treatment programs treat addictions to a variety of substances, some specialize in certain substances of abuse, like opioids. When comparing rehabs, it’s best to know which program has experience in treating your addiction. Call 800-996-6135 to find a rehab that’s right for you.
