Fentanyl withdrawal symptoms can vary from person to person, and can depend on the level of addiction, the duration of use, and the specific detox method used. Common fentanyl withdrawal symptoms include:

• Agitation and anxiety
• Restlessness, nervousness, and irritability
• Difficulty sleeping or insomnia
• Muscle aches and pains throughout the body
• Excessive sweating, especially at night
• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhea and stomach cramps
• Fatigue
• Depression, sadness, hopelessness, and despair
• Cravings for fentanyl

Fentanyl addiction is extremely serious and often deadly. It is important to recognize the signs and symptoms as soon as possible and seek professional help right away. Common signs of fentanyl addiction include:

• Increased tolerance for the drug, leading to a need for higher doses to feel the same effects
• Cravings for fentanyl that are difficult to control
• Difficulty sleeping without taking fentanyl
• Loss of interest in activities or hobbies
• Isolation from friends and family because of drug-seeking behavior

Medical supervision can provide essential support during detox by managing any potential side-effects and providing medications to help reduce cravings. Additionally, medical professionals can ensure that the individual receives appropriate nutrition and hydration to keep them safe and healthy throughout the process. By working closely with doctors and other recovery professionals during detox, we increase the chances of successful long-term sobriety.

Aftercare is an important part of the recovery process. Aftercare provides ongoing support and care for individuals after they complete a fentanyl rehab and detox program in Orange County, CA. This can include individual therapy, group therapy, medication management, medical monitoring, and relapse prevention education programs. Aftercare helps reduce the risk of relapse by providing continuous support and resources. It also offers a powerful sense of community and allows individuals to build relationships with peers who understand their struggles and can provide essential encouragement and support during times of distress. After completed fentanyl detox and in-patient rehabilitation, we highly encourage utilizing Cornerstone’s sober living homes in Orange County, CA located in nearby Irvine, Anaheim, Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Mission Viejo, Costa Mesa, Tustin, Santa Ana, Garden Grove, and Long Beach, California. 

When drug abuse negatively impacts your physical and mental well-being, career, or relationships with others, it might be time for you to take the necessary steps to get help. In particular, fentanyl is a dangerous drug and we highly encourage joing us at Cornerstone’s fentanyl detox center in Orange County. Below is a list of some common symptoms that point towards an addiction problem; if you identify with any of these signs do not hesitate to seek professional help:

• You have the urge to use a drug repeatedly
• You feel the need to increase the dose to experience a more intense feeling
• You are spending money on the drug even when you do not have the money
• You think of getting more before you even run out
• You want to quit abusing it, but you just cannot do it

Medical detox for fentanyl is the first step on the road to full recovery. Any detox from fentanyl drug dependency is best followed by a stay in residential rehab treatment. Here, along with other residents who are drug and alcohol-free, you will embark on an integrated approach to sobriety from fentanyl and heroin, led by an experienced team of addiction specialists.

Our carefully crafted fentanyl detox program and rehab treatment consists of individual therapy sessions alongside group therapy and a range of other therapeutic modalities. We also offer yoga, meditation, and music therapy.

Transportation to and from 12-Step fellowship meetings is available five nights a week. We believe that by engaging with a program of recovery alongside intensive therapy a person is better equipped to deal with their addiction once treatment is completed.

Cornerstone provides an Extended Care Program for extra support after residential treatment. We believe the availability of the continuation of care offers valuable help and support in the initial stages of recovery (which is key to long-term abstinence). We believe that by maintaining a connection with Cornerstone, ex-residents can further develop their recovery community.

Healing the family as a unit is important to us, we also offer family therapy at no extra cost.

Sustainable long-term recovery is rarely achieved by completing a detoxification program at a fentanyl detox center without ongoing addiction treatment care. With any fentanyl addiction, the longer a person stays in a fentanyl treatment center, the better chance they have at maintaining a life free from drugs. Addiction experts believe that drug use is a symptom of an underlying cause, and the best way to discover the cause is within a supportive therapeutic environment. Unfortunately, relapse after a fentanyl detox program is almost inevitable without addressing the root causes of the fentanyl addiction. Given the nature of addiction, a period within a rehab facility gives you the space and time needed to find recovery.

Cornerstone of Southern California offers accessible medical detox for fentanyl and accepts a wide range of in-network insurance plans and provides flexible payment options. Our in-network status with providers like Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, and Cigna helps makes our fentanyl detox program in Orange County more affordable. We also offer various payment options for added flexibility. For a detailed list of accepted insurances and payment methods, please visit our Insurance Information Page.