Rapid Methadone Detox

Withdrawal symptoms and detox usually last several weeks. Rapid methadone detox reduces the discomfort and the length of a withdrawal.

Rapid detox from methadone provides patients an option to overcome the challenges of withdrawal symptoms. Anxiety, nausea, and sleepless nights are just some of the problems people deal with while coming off methadone. If you’ve become dependent on this drug, you already know it can be an extremely tough battle to get off of it. We believe that Methadone Rapid Detox can be your best option for becoming opioid-free.

 

What is Rapid Methadone Detox?

Methadone Rapid Detox, also known as “ultra-rapid opiate detox,” is a medical detoxification treatment offered by the Waismann Method for patients dependent on methadone. It consists of sedating the patient and removing the methadone from the receptor sites while the patient sleeps in a private ICU room. The acute withdrawals are precipitated with an antagonist medication while the patients comfortably sleep under sedation. Once the detoxification is achieved and the receptor sites are free of the opiate methadone, a Vivitrol blocker is given to prevent any opiates from getting back into the brain receptor.

Rapid detox off methadone is an effective treatment for those addicted to methadone, as it allows patients to detoxify quickly and with minimal discomfort. In addition, the Vivitrol shot is a great way to manage cravings and prevent patients from relapsing after they have been discharged from the hospital.

If you or a loved one are struggling with methadone addiction, rapid methadone detoxification may be a viable option for you. For more information, don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Waismann Method Rapid Detox today.

Waismann Method Methadone Detox Treatment

Of all the available rapid detox centers, the most successful and recognized is the Waismann Method®. The center has provided methadone rapid detox for 24 years, with a nearly 100% detox success rate. Our team treats patients on low or high doses of methadone with the utmost respect and professionalism. Rapid detox significantly reduces the possibilities of detox failure and relapse caused by prolonged suffering during a withdrawal.

Since the late 90s, we have successfully detoxed patients on methadone maintenance, even with tolerances of 400+ milligrams daily. Patients fly from all over the world for treatment in a private ICU room of an accredited hospital, usually for 2 to 4 days. Additionally, they are supervised and treated by a quadruple board-certified anesthesiologist with over two decades of experience performing rapid detox for methadone at the hospital. Once medically stable, patients spend a few extra days at our exclusive recovery center, the Domus Retreat.

Is Methadone an Opioid?

German pharmaceutical companies first started synthesizing methadone hydrochloride during the Second World War. It was first introduced to the US in the late 40s as a pain reliever for chronic pain patients, but rapidly it became a replacement drug for those suffering from heroin addiction. Methadone is a synthetic analgesic with similar effects to morphine but much longer acting. The medication is available in tablets, wafers, and liquid form called Methadose.

Methadone Addiction and Abuse

Methadone treatment usually starts in an attempt to curb opioid drug abuse and addiction. The issue is that people become more resistant to the drug over time, requiring higher doses to prevent withdrawal symptoms. This tolerance can lead to an entire spectrum of adverse side effects, including the development of physical and psychological dependence.

The need for more and more drugs may cause the user to engage in dangerous behavior and be at risk of overdose and even death.

Overdose

Sometimes people will seek alcohol or benzodiazepines to amplify the side effects of methadone. However, the problem is that all these drugs are respiratory depressants, which can pose a fatal impact when combined.

As of 2023, methadone is still associated with overdose risks, particularly during the initial stages of treatment. However, recent data shows that methadone’s involvement in drug overdose deaths has declined relative to other opioids. From January 2019 to August 2021, the percentage of overdose deaths involving methadone dropped from 4.5% to 3.2%, reflecting safer prescribing practices and expanded treatment protocols. Nevertheless, overdose risks remain, especially if doses are too high during the induction and stabilization phases or when combined with other drugs​ (National Institute on Drug Abuse)​ (CDC)​ (CDC).

Here are some of the overdose signs:

• Muscle spasticity
• Difficulty breathing (slow, shallow, and difficult breathing)
• Bluish fingernails and lips
• Weak pulse
• Low blood pressure
• Disorientation
• Coma

Trying to quit methadone can be one of the most challenging things to do. The withdrawal process for such a potent drug is more complex than most people can endure, but with Methadone Rapid Detox, it can be possible.

Symptoms of Withdrawal

Methadone withdrawal is often more severe and prolonged than heroin or morphine when used at comparable doses. Symptoms can last several months, making the struggle even more challenging. Physical symptoms include extreme cases of:

• Aches and cramping
• Irritable moods
• Chills and shivering
• Abdominal pain
• Insomnia
• Difficulty breathing
• Nausea and diarrhea
• Increased heart rate and feelings of paranoia

Those with lengthier or more severe methadone addiction are likely to experience more muscular withdrawal symptoms. Symptoms usually appear within 24 hrs. After the last dose, and starts becoming unbearable after 48 hours. The first couple of weeks is generally the worst.

Methadone Withdrawal Timeline

First 2 Days – The most prominent methadone withdrawal symptoms are hot and cold flashes, chills, upset stomach, and anxiety.

Days 3 to 10 – Discomfort will start escalating as the days go by. Most people experience intense body aches, insomnia, muscle pain, severe nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and desperation.
Days 10 to 14 – Symptoms might start subsiding, although exhaustion and depression can be severe.
Day 15+ – The ones who make it through the first two weeks now have to deal with intense cravings. Cravings, low energy levels, insomnia, and depression may last for weeks.

Because of these symptoms’ length and intensity, going through a methadone treatment program without medical assistance is not advisable. Moreover, the withdrawal’s severity and duration will vary depending on the user’s addiction, health, body chemistry, emotional status, and tolerance.

The good news is that cold turkey methadone withdrawal is an archaic and cruel form of detoxification.

Treatment for Methadone Addiction

Physical dependence occurs when your body relies on drugs to function without withdrawals. When Methadone intake is interrupted or reduced, the whole metabolism tries to establish normal function. This drastic change causes great physiological distress that is nearly impossible to overcome without adequate medical intervention. Furthermore, the loss of fluids through vomiting and diarrhea, elevated blood pressure and heart rate can put the patient at severe risk of an adverse medical event.

Fortunately, science has evolved, and medicine has numerous advances in opioid (opiate) detoxification protocols. In the past, health care workers told patients they would take methadone forever; nowadays, they can sleep through the worst part of acute withdrawal.

Does Rapid Detox Work for Methadone?

Rapid detoxification, also known as anesthesia detox, is a more comfortable and faster way to come off methadone than ever imagined. The Waismann Method Rapid Methadone Detox is a beneficial procedure that shortens and eases withdrawal symptoms while patients comfortably sleep under anesthesia. An experienced board-certified anesthesiologist should only provide the process while in a private ICU room of an accredited hospital. The Waismann Method has successfully helped thousands of people struggling with methadone addiction achieve rapid detoxification and freed them from the chains of opiate dependency.

Methadone addiction can be one of the most challenging conditions to overcome. Fortunately, there is medical treatment, where people can get help with methadone withdrawal and overcome this terrible addiction once and for all. Waismann Method® offers Methadone Rapid Detox for those seeking the best and safest detoxification treatment available.

If you’re ready to take the first step towards recovery, we’re here to help. Contact us today to learn more about our rapid detox program. We believe that anyone affected by Methadone addiction deserves the chance for a bright future. With our help, you can get yourself or your loved one back on track.