Of Grand Rapids's 4 detox centers, 3 report benzodiazepine detox.
Call (888) 984-9911Benzodiazepine withdrawal, from drugs like Xanax, Klonopin, Ativan, or Valium, is potentially dangerous like alcohol. Stopping abruptly can cause seizures, so detox is done as a slow, structured taper rather than cold turkey.
In Grand Rapids, benzodiazepine detox often switches the person to a longer acting benzodiazepine and reduces the dose gradually over weeks. Of Grand Rapids's 4 detox centers, 3 report benzodiazepine detox services.
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300 68th Street SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49548
1179 East Paris Avenue SE, Suite 100, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
1256 Walker Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Abrupt discontinuation can cause seizures and severe rebound anxiety. A medical taper is the safe approach.
It varies widely, from a couple of weeks to a few months, depending on the dose, the drug, and how long you have taken it.
It can be. Like alcohol, it carries a seizure risk, which is why supervised detox is recommended.