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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Drug withdrawal
			\| synonyms = Substance withdrawal
			\| field = [[Psychiatry]], [[Addiction medicine]]
			\| symptoms = [[Anxiety]], [[sweating]], [[nausea]], [[vomiting]], [[tremors]], [[seizures]], [[hallucinations]]
			\| complications = [[Delirium tremens]], [[relapse]], [[overdose]]
			\| onset = Hours to days after stopping the drug
			\| duration = Days to weeks
			\| types = [[Alcohol withdrawal syndrome]], [[opioid withdrawal]], [[benzodiazepine withdrawal syndrome]], [[nicotine withdrawal]]
			\| causes = Discontinuation of [[psychoactive drugs]]
			\| risks = [[Substance use disorder]], [[high-dose use]], [[long-term use]]
			\| diagnosis = Clinical assessment, [[DSM-5]] criteria
			\| differential = [[Anxiety disorder]], [[depression]], [[infection]]
			\| prevention = Gradual tapering of the drug
			\| treatment = [[Supportive care]], [[medication-assisted treatment]], [[counseling]]
			\| medication = [[Benzodiazepines]], [[clonidine]], [[methadone]], [[buprenorphine]]
			\| prognosis = Varies depending on the substance and individual
			\| frequency = Common among individuals with substance use disorders
			}}
	'''Drug withdrawal''' is a group of symptoms that occur upon the abrupt discontinuation or decrease in intake of [[medications]] or [[recreational drugs]].		'''Drug withdrawal''' is a group of symptoms that occur upon the abrupt discontinuation or decrease in intake of [[medications]] or [[recreational drugs]].

	==Introduction==		==Introduction==
	In order to experience the symptoms of withdrawal, one must have first developed a physical or mental [[dependence]] (often referred to as [[addiction]]) to a drug. This happens after consuming one or more of these substances for a certain period of time, which is both dose dependent and varies based upon the drug consumed. For example, [[stims]], [[alcohol]], and [[heroin]] all produce different kinds of physical and mental dependence based on their mechanisms of action within the body.		In order to experience the symptoms of withdrawal, one must have first developed a physical or mental [[dependence]] (often referred to as [[addiction]]) to a drug. This happens after consuming one or more of these substances for a certain period of time, which is both dose dependent and varies based upon the drug consumed. For example, [[stims]], [[alcohol]], and [[heroin]] all produce different kinds of physical and mental dependence based on their mechanisms of action within the body.

	==Symptoms==		==Symptoms==
	Withdrawal symptoms can range from mild [[anxiety]] and fatigue to severe [[depression]]. Physical symptoms can include [[tremor]], [[sweating]], [[palpitations]], [[nausea]], and [[seizures]]. In some cases, withdrawal can be life-threatening and can result in death.		Withdrawal symptoms can range from mild [[anxiety]] and fatigue to severe [[depression]]. Physical symptoms can include [[tremor]], [[sweating]], [[palpitations]], [[nausea]], and [[seizures]]. In some cases, withdrawal can be life-threatening and can result in death.

	==Treatment==		==Treatment==
	Treatment for drug withdrawal includes [[medication]], [[psychotherapy]], and support groups. A healthcare provider can prescribe medications to help reduce the severity of withdrawal symptoms. Psychotherapy and support groups can provide emotional support and help individuals understand their addiction.		Treatment for drug withdrawal includes [[medication]], [[psychotherapy]], and support groups. A healthcare provider can prescribe medications to help reduce the severity of withdrawal symptoms. Psychotherapy and support groups can provide emotional support and help individuals understand their addiction.

	==See also==		==See also==
	* [[Detoxification (alternative medicine)\|Detoxification]]		* [[Detoxification (alternative medicine)\|Detoxification]]
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	* [[Rebound effect]]		* [[Rebound effect]]
	* [[Substance dependence]]		* [[Substance dependence]]

	==References==		==References==
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	==External links==		==External links==
	* [https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/drugreactionsandinteractions.html MedlinePlus Drug Reactions and Interactions]		* [https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/drugreactionsandinteractions.html MedlinePlus Drug Reactions and Interactions]
	* [https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/treatment-approaches-drug-addiction National Institute on Drug Abuse]		* [https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/treatment-approaches-drug-addiction National Institute on Drug Abuse]

	[[Category:Drug withdrawal]]		[[Category:Drug withdrawal]]
	[[Category:Addiction]]		[[Category:Addiction]]

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'''Drug withdrawal''' is a group of symptoms that occur upon the abrupt discontinuation or decrease in intake of [[medications]] or [[recreational drugs]].

==Introduction==
In order to experience the symptoms of withdrawal, one must have first developed a physical or mental [[dependence]] (often referred to as [[addiction]]) to a drug. This happens after consuming one or more of these substances for a certain period of time, which is both dose dependent and varies based upon the drug consumed. For example, [[stims]], [[alcohol]], and [[heroin]] all produce different kinds of physical and mental dependence based on their mechanisms of action within the body.

==Symptoms==
Withdrawal symptoms can range from mild [[anxiety]] and fatigue to severe [[depression]]. Physical symptoms can include [[tremor]], [[sweating]], [[palpitations]], [[nausea]], and [[seizures]]. In some cases, withdrawal can be life-threatening and can result in death.

==Treatment==
Treatment for drug withdrawal includes [[medication]], [[psychotherapy]], and support groups. A healthcare provider can prescribe medications to help reduce the severity of withdrawal symptoms. Psychotherapy and support groups can provide emotional support and help individuals understand their addiction.

==See also==
* [[Detoxification (alternative medicine)|Detoxification]]
* [[Drug detoxification]]
* [[Physical dependence]]
* [[Psychological dependence]]
* [[Rebound effect]]
* [[Substance dependence]]

==References==
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==External links==
* [https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/drugreactionsandinteractions.html MedlinePlus Drug Reactions and Interactions]
* [https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/treatment-approaches-drug-addiction National Institute on Drug Abuse]

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