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- 15 months of aftercare
What is a ketamine detox?
A medical detox is the first step in overcoming addiction to ketamine. It involves using a combination of medication, nutrition and fluids to bring the body back into balance, while managing any unpleasant withdrawal symptoms.
Unlike many other ketamine rehab centres, at Delamere we provide our guests with a completely tailored and 24-hour assisted detox from ketamine.
Why is detox recommended for ketamine?
There are several reasons that a detox is essential for addiction recovery. Firstly, suddenly stopping any drug can cause withdrawal symptoms that are uncomfortable and, in some cases, dangerous. This is especially important if ketamine has been mixed with other drugs or alcohol.
Secondly, ketamine dependence can result in physical damage that needs expert medical intervention. For instance, ketamine bladder (ketamine-induced cystitis) is a painful and sometimes serious condition which needs specialist treatment.
Thirdly, supervised detox ensures close mental health monitoring, which helps manage depression, psychotic episodes and memory problems.
Ketamine addiction is a life-threatening condition that requires urgent intervention and professional treatment to overcome. If you or a loved one has tried and failed to stop using ketamine, it’s time to book a detox at a regulated facility like Delamere.
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What happens during ketamine detox?
Initial assessment
You will have a health screening from our specialist substance misuse doctor. They will assess your mental and physical health to determine the best programme to meet your needs. This is based on a wide range of factors including the extent of your addiction, coexisting conditions and any polydrug use.
Medical detox
We provide a full ketamine detox under 24/7 medical supervision which is aimed at always keeping you comfortable and safe. You will have the opportunity for plenty of rest and recuperation as you detox from ketamine.
Rehab therapy
The first phase of our ketamine detox programme includes some light therapeutic work which helps you settle in and connect. This is followed by more intensive one-to-one and group counselling.
Our 4-phase holistic ketamine rehab programme
An in-patient stay at Delamere is a deliberately intensive 4-phase drug rehab programme which we’ve crafted over time to help many people recover.
We start by taking you through a safe and assisted ketamine detox supervised by our Delamere team of passionate therapists, doctors, nurses, counsellors, and support staff, some of whom have lived experience of addiction.
We start by taking you through a safe and assisted ketamine detox supervised by our Delamere team of passionate therapists, doctors, nurses, counsellors, and support staff, some of whom have lived experience of addiction.
Stop
This phase addresses any physical aspects of your addiction. Our medical team is on hand 24/7 to ensure a safe and effective withdrawal.
Start
During ‘Start’ we help identify the psychological underpinnings of your dependency as you participate in a variety of addiction treatment therapies.
Grow
Our ‘Grow’ phase is the process of integrating the Delamere learning experience into life after treatment.
Bloom
Our ‘Bloom’ phase offers intensive support on a weekly basis for the first three months of recovery once guests return home.
Ketamine withdrawal symptoms – what to expect
Delamere provides all the medical assistance and care you need to minimise withdrawal symptoms from ketamine. These side effects typically kick in within 24-72 hours of quitting and are typically psychological, rather than physical:
- Agitation
- Confusion
- Psychosis
- Loss of motor skills
- Rage
- Nausea
- Insomnia
- Tremors
- Hearing loss
- Fatigue
- Cognitive impairment
What drugs are used in ketamine detox?
At Delamere, we treat every case individually. Therefore, there is no standard ketamine detox medication. However, pharmacological intervention is often given as part of your detox to help control anxiety, reduce depression, aid sleep or manage psychosis. Here are some of the drugs that may be prescribed:
- Benzodiazepines e.g. lorazepam
- Antidepressants e.g. sertraline
- Sleeping pills e.g. hydroxyzine
- Antipsychotics e.g. olanzapine
- Mood stabilisers e.g. valproate
How to encourage a loved one to detox from ketamine
When someone is addicted to drugs, everyone suffers. Whether it’s a relative, friend or someone at work, addiction, their dysfunctional behaviour affects those closest to them.
If you’re worried about a person’s drug taking and would like to find out more about ketamine rehab in a private clinic, Delamere is here to help. We offer family support services to help your loved one confront addiction.
We can also help you to get the conversation started with intervention services that encourage your loved one to enter drug rehab treatment with us.
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