Diseases
detoxification
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Overview
Detoxification is a set of interventions aimed at managing acute intoxication and withdrawal. It denotes a clearing of toxins from the body of the patient who is acutely intoxicated and/or dependent on substances of abuse. Detoxification seeks to minimize the physical harm caused by the abuse of substances.
Symptoms
- indication not disease
Causes
- indication not disease
Risk factors
- indication not disease
Diagnosis
- indication not disease
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is detoxification?
Detoxification is a set of interventions aimed at managing acute intoxication and withdrawal. It denotes a clearing of toxins from the body of the patient who is acutely intoxicated and/or dependent on substances of abuse. Detoxification seeks to minimize the physical harm caused by the abuse of substances.
What are the symptoms of detoxification?
indication not disease
What causes detoxification?
indication not disease
Which medicines are used for detoxification?
methadone
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