A Safer Opioid Detox Program Right Here in Los Angeles

The timeline for opioid withdrawal can start within 8 to 24 hours after the last use. Normally, opioid withdrawal symptoms can last anywhere from four to five days, but for some, it can be a week or longer. Symptoms you might experience in opioid detox are dictated by the type of opioid, how long it’s been used, and are unique to the user.

At Clear Behavioral Health, our residential detox program provides 24/7 clinical support to ensure your safety and comfort throughout withdrawal. Our team monitors your progress closely, offering medication-assisted treatment when needed to ease symptoms and promote a smoother recovery process.

When you check into our residential treatment center, you will start with your detox process, and once you’ve successfully detoxed, join your peers in our residential program, which includes therapy, daily group sessions, and holistic therapy.

We want you to be comfortable throughout your treatment, and recommend packing like you’re going on a week-long vacation. One week of clothes that include options for hot or cold weather, different activities such as lounging, movement like yoga, and casual wear for your daily group meetings. You will have access to laundry throughout your stay.

Please also bring the following:

• Current prescription medication in the original pharmacy bottle with the information label intact, and a list of all your medications and dosages
• Insurance card and photo ID
• Comfortable everyday shoes
• Sneakers or other shoes for sports/walks outside
• Flip-flops for the shower, if desired
• Slippers to keep your feet warm inside
• T-shirts or tops with sleeves and/or cardigans to wear over sleeveless tops
• Pants, shorts, or skirts that comply with appropriate dress
• Gym clothes for yoga, workouts, or other forms of exercise
• Socks
• Underwear
• Swimming trunks for men or a one-piece bathing suit for women
• Pajamas
• Glasses or contacts, as needed
• Personal hygiene items like a toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, or shampoo
• Basic to-go kit of cosmetics, if desired
• Shaving razor or electric razor, and shaving cream, if desired
• Hobby items, such as art materials, games, sketching, musical instruments, and books, as approved by Clear

To ensure a safe and comfortable opioid detox, we tailor medications based on the severity of withdrawal symptoms. The following drugs are commonly used in opioid detoxification: methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone. These medications help manage cravings, pain, nausea, and other withdrawal effects by reducing the brain’s response to opioids. These treatments support a smoother detox process, allowing for a safer transition into recovery.

At Clear, medications are only used under the supervision of a licensed medical professional and when necessary. Our strong belief is that medications are just one part of a personalized, comprehensive treatment plan, used in combination with our treatment programs. All medication decisions are made in collaboration with your needs, and medication selection is dependent on your unique medical history, current health status, health goals, and other factors.

The three things that can help with opioid withdrawals are staying hydrated, eating a fiber-rich, balanced meal, and having a medical professional administer medication that manages withdrawal symptoms. Give our team a call today to learn more about our opioid addiction treatment options in Los Angeles, CA.

A high fiber diet with lots of carbohydrates is beneficial to your opioid withdrawal process and can make symptoms less severe. Common withdrawal symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting can create an imbalance in your body’s electrolytes. Eat various lean proteins, vegetables, beans, and whole grains, and work on replenishing your electrolytes.