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Opiates
Opioids are a class of drugs used to reduce pain, and include legally prescribed oxycodone, fentanyl, buprenorphine, methadone, oxymorphone, hydrocodone, codeine, and morphine as well as illegal drugs such as heroin. Beyond pain relief, opioids lead to feelings of euphoria and well-being, which can contribute to a feeling of “high” and addiction. This is one reason why opioids are often abused.
Causes and Risk Factors
Continuous use of opioids almost always leads to physical dependence. When a person becomes opioid dependent, they’ll have a high tolerance and need increasingly larger amounts of the drug to achieve the desired effects. This can be very dangerous, and increases the risk of accidental overdose. A person also becomes ill when they stop taking the drug or reduce their normal dose. If opiate consumption stops, withdrawal symptoms such as intense shaking, sweating, vomiting or headaches occur. Many people become dependent on these drugs in order to avoid the pain associated with withdrawal symptoms.
How We Help
If you or a loved one is struggling with opioid addiction, seeking help is the number one thing you can do to improve your overall health and reduce your risk of relapse, accidental overdose, and complications related to opioid addiction.
A safe, clean detox is the second step to loosen the grip of drugs and alcohol. The first step comes from you: ask for help. The CHCS Residential Detoxification Unit (detox) offers a safe place to end addiction, whatever the substance. Our detox staff helps residents complete a safe withdrawal from alcohol and drug abuse, encourages continual substance use treatment, and motivates and empowers you to develop a healthy recovery lifestyle.
If you or a loved one is experiencing a mental health crisis including suicidal or homicidal thoughts, please call the 24-Hour Crisis & Substance Use Helpline at 800-316-9241 or 210-223-SAFE (7233). Please call 9-1-1 if harm to self or others is imminent, or if possible overdose is occurring.
Programs
Restoration and Transformational Services for Adults
The CHCS Restoration and Transformational Services helps people break the cycle of addiction and regain sobriety through safe, meaningful programs that reduce harms associated with substance use, promote total recovery for people with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, and provide better care coordination for the most acute people in Bexar County.
Residential Detoxification/Detox
(210) 261-3001
Opioid Addiction Treatment
The CHCS Opioid Addiction Treatment (OATS) program is medication-assisted treatment services for people addicted to opioids. The program works to foster de-stigmatization, encourage new clinical treatment strategies, and ensure client rights.
CHCS Opioid Addiction Treatment (OATS)
(210) 261-3001
