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August 18th, 2023
Prescription drug rehab
If you or a loved one have taken prescription medication for a long time and now struggle to break your dependency on them, we are here to help you. No matter the circumstance, know that there is supportive treatment available. This page explores what prescription drug rehab entails so that you or a loved one can gain insight into the recovery process and find the necessary help and support.
Residential prescription drug rehab
Linwood House’s rehab for prescription drugs is done through inpatient treatment. This gives you or a loved one a safe space, with caring and compassionate staff available throughout your stay for physical and emotional support. It also gives you a chance to break from your routine and place your focus on your recovery in an environment free from distraction. Inpatient programmes also provide you with peer group support, as you will meet with others who are going through similar experiences.
What types of prescription drug rehab are available?
Linwood House offers the following prescription drug programmes:
Opiate rehab
Find out more about how opiate rehab works and how it can help you maintain lasting recovery.
Stimulants rehab
Learn more about the treatments offered for stimulants rehab and how they can help kickstart your recovery.
Antidepressants
Click here to discover how antidepressant rehab can help you recover.
Benzo rehab
Benzo rehab gives you the tools and support you need for long-term sobriety using proven treatment methods. Click here to learn more.
Sleeping pill rehab
Enrolling on sleeping pills rehab will allow you to address the underlying causes of your cravings in a calm and nurturing environment.
Do I really need prescription drug rehab?
We know that recognising the need for help can be complicated, so if you are unsure of whether you or a loved one require prescription drug rehab, the following questions may help:
- Have you attempted to stop using prescription drugs but found it too difficult?
- Have you felt irritable since you have been using prescription drugs?
- Have you gone against your doctor’s instruction by taking more pills, taking them more frequently, or taking them in ways other than prescribed?
- Do you find yourself thinking about your next dosage of prescribed drugs?
- Do you feel as if you can not get through your daily routine without the help of prescription drugs?
- Have you stolen or forged prescriptions or seen multiple doctors to obtain more of the drug?
- Have you felt drowsy, fearful, or paranoid since using prescription medication?
- Have you noticed gradual damage to your health – such as slurred speech, memory loss, constipation, flu-like symptoms, etc. – since starting prescription medication?
If the answer to any of these is yes, it is worth reaching out to a rehab specialist or mental health professional. Our support team is here to discuss your questions and concerns and inform you about our various treatment options.
What does prescription drug rehab entail?
Undergoing prescription drug rehab with us means you will be in an emotionally safe environment, free of shame, judgement, or prejudice. Our community and support-focused recovery approach ensures you are never alone in dealing with difficulties.
What is the next step?
While prescription drugs can dominate a person’s life, rehab can help them take back control. Contact Linwood House with any of your questions or concerns and to find out more information about treatment options so that you can start laying the foundation of a new, sober life today.