Preventing Post-Detox Relapse
When an individual discharges from an inpatient medical detoxification program, the risk of relapse is high if they don’t enter a step-down treatment program immediately. Cravings are almost always an issue. In order to reduce the chance that a relapse, overdose, or even a death might occur, the logical answer is to deal with the cravings.
One method being used at Tarzana Treatment Centers is to provide opioid addicts with buprenorphine upon discharge from our inpatient program. We also provide Vivitrol as an option for those being treated for opioid addiction and alcohol dependence.
The issue we face with heroin and prescription drug addiction in the US today is a serious one. The loss of life every day is enough to cause great concern, but cost is an issue, as well. Harm reduction is a necessity, and we will continue to take steps that save lives.