Codeine Detox
Codeine is an opiate agonist – sedative and analgesic narcotic substance found in opium in concentrations between 0.1% and 2%. Codeine was first isolated from opium by the French chemist Pierre-Jean Robiquet in 1832. Because of the small concentration found in nature, most codeine found in medical products is synthesized from morphine. Being an opiate, codeine has the potential for addiction. It causes tolerance and physical addiction with chronic use. Clearly the properties possessed by codeine are fast becoming common knowledge amongst those abusing the drug.
Codeine detox symptoms include but are not limited to:
- Runny nose, sweating, muscle twitching, muscle pain, headaches, irregular heartbeat, nausea and vomiting, high blood pressure, fever, insomnia, dehydration, yawning, weakness, and, stomach cramps
During your detox from Codeine, the Physician will usually prescribe detox medication to counter the detox withdrawal symptoms. Our highly train staffed will assist you in making your detox as comfortable and safe as possible. Codeine detox usually last 7 to 10 days.