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Opioid Withdrawal

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Symptoms of Opioid Withdrawal will often be the opposite of the drug's effects. They can begin within hours of the addict's last dose or up to a full day. Depending on the opioid and the length of abuse, Opioid Withdrawal symptoms can last a few days or as many as three weeks. They include:


  • Sweating
  • Yawning
  • Runny nose & eyes
  • Diarrhea
  • Vomiting
  • Shivering & goose bumps
  • Muscle aches & cramps
  • Restlessness & insomnia
  • Irritability & anxiety
  • Loss of appetite
  • Cravings


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