The terminology “dope sick” refers to the symptoms of opiate withdrawal. When people stop taking painkillers like hydrocodone or oxycodone, they commonly experience these symptoms. Some people, also use this phrase to refer to heroin withdrawal. Most people only experience withdrawal after using opiates heavily for several weeks or more. However, trying once any drug like heroin is all it takes to create an addiction. It’s difficult for people to stay away from opiates once addiction has set in.

At Detox To Rehab you get help and support for dope sick symptoms. Through informative videos, blogs, and friendly discussions the specialists can provide information and support the patient and the family requires during that time. It’s a safe space where everyone can gain knowledge and make important decisions. 

Dope Sickness Timeline 

The withdrawal symptoms gets severs depending upon the time and amount, of opiate a person has consumed. 

Early Symptoms (24 hours)

Early signs of withdrawal might appear within 12 hours after the last consumption. Some people may notice symptoms within the first 8 hours, while others may not notice them for up to 24 hours. Sweating, muscle pains, and irritation are common symptoms.

Peak Symptoms (2-3 Days)

For the next 2-3 days, the symptoms gradually increase. During the first few days, the patient sometimes suffers with insomnia. Late withdrawal symptoms such as cramps, diarrhea, and reflex begin around the peak phase.

Late Symptoms (4-7 Days)

Early withdrawal symptoms begin to fade after the peak of withdrawal. Late symptoms are still there, but they are becoming less severe. Sleep problems tend to worsen, but most people struggle to get a full night’s sleep during any stage of withdrawal. Late symptoms might linger anywhere from 4-7 days.

Users are frequently driven to continue consuming drugs by these unpleasant symptoms. Returning to using it again will seem like the only “cure” for dope sickness. Additional medication may temporarily alleviate withdrawal symptoms, but the drug will eventually run out, and the illness will return. In reality, if the user does not endure the withdrawal cycle and achieve sobriety, the sickness would never end.