Of Duluth's 2 detox centers, 2 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 Duluth, benzodiazepine detox often switches the person to a longer acting benzodiazepine and reduces the dose gradually over weeks. Of Duluth's 2 detox centers, 2 report benzodiazepine detox services.
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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.