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Connect to Care - Addiction Treatment & Recovery - Heroin

Using the Vivitrol Shot for Heroin Addiction: 5 Important Facts

Among the new medications for opioid use disorder is the Vivitrol shot. Find out here how a Vivitrol injection can help you with your heroin addiction symptoms.

Heroin Abuse: Is Extended Release Naltrexone the Solution You've Been Looking For?

Even after treatment, many who are addicted to heroin experience relapses. To combat this, some doctors prescribe extended release naltrexone to help patients achieve abstinence.

Methadone Treatment for Heroin Withdrawal Symptoms: 5 Facts

If you or a loved one are struggling with a heroin addiction, it's important to understand heroin withdrawal symptoms and how methadone treatment can help.

4 Signs of Heroin Use You Should Know

Signs of heroin use go beyond just an evident drug “high.” They can also include unpleasant and dangerous effects throughout the body, resulting in noticeable physical changes.

Heroin Withdrawal Timeline: Everything You Need to Know

Heroin withdrawal causes severe physical and psychological symptoms that can last several weeks.

Can You Die From Heroin Withdrawal?

Heroin may cause severe withdrawal symptoms if stopped abruptly. Find out more about the potential complications of heroin withdrawal.

Heroin Withdrawal: 4 Facts You Should Know

Experiencing withdrawal is a natural step towards freeing yourself of addiction. Here’s what you need to know about heroin withdrawal.

How Much Does Heroin Addiction Treatment Usually Cost?

Heroin addiction treatment options are available, no matter what your circumstances are.

Heroin Intoxication: Know the Signs, and Get Help Now

Here’s how to spot heroin use or addiction in a loved one.

3 Heroin Addiction Treatment Options You Should Know

Get the facts on heroin detox centers, inpatient rehab, and more.

Heroin Addiction Treatment: Know Your Options

Heroin addiction can be deadly, but it doesn’t have to be. The right treatment can save your life.

Inpatient Heroin Rehab: How It Works

You may choose inpatient heroin treatment for many reasons, including medical and emotional support.

Outpatient Heroin Rehab: How It Works

Outpatient programs are preferred by those who cannot separate for months at a time from their employment schedules, family members, or individuals who depend on them

How To Stage A Heroin Addiction Intervention

A well-planned intervention is the first step toward helping your loved one recover from a heroin addiction.

How To Tell If Your Loved One Is Addicted To Heroin

It is not always easy for a lay person to spot possible heroin addiction in a loved one. Here are some symptoms and behaviors to look out for.

Here's What Happens if Your Heroin Addiction Goes Untreated

You could face a host of serious physical and mental health problems.

Heroin Overdose: Signs, Symptoms, and How to Get Help

A heroin overdose is a life-threatening emergency. If you or a loved one is experiencing these symptoms, should call 911 right away.

Heroin Addiction: Key Signs You May Have A Problem

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What Is Heroin, and Why Is It So Addictive?

Heroin is an extremely addictive drug. If you or someone you know is struggling with a heroin addiction, WebMD Connect to Care Advisors are standing by to help.

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