About fentanyl.

New Federal data suggests that America’s Drug Epidemic has become the most lethal it has ever been. According to the CDC, more than 100,000 people lost their lives to drug overdose in the United States from April 2020- April 2021; nearly two-thirds of all overdose deaths were attributed to synthetic opioids, primarily fentanyl. Deaths due to drug overdoses have nearly doubled over the past five years as opioids continue to be the driving factor.

According to the Orange County, California Health Care agency, nearly 500 Orange County residents died from opioid overdoses, fentanyl accounting for 75% of those deaths just last year. Orange County, California has experienced an increase of 1,000% fentanyl deaths over just the past five years.

Fentanyl can be up to 100 times more potent than morphine and is much cheaper to produce than traditional plant-based opioids such as heroin. Street dealers are mixing or cutting other drugs such as such as heroin, cocaine, methamphetamines, benzodiazepines, and MDMA with fentanyl to provide street drugs with a higher potency. There’s a high-risk when purchasing illegal street drugs that they will contain a mixture of fentanyl which is extremely dangerous. One’s body may not be able to handle the strength and potency resulting in immediate overdose and possible death. COVID-19 and the Pandemic has also exacerbated fentanyl overdose deaths due to many recovering addicts being isolated from their support groups.

Fentanyl street names.

• Fetty

• Apace

• China Town

• China White

• Dance Fever

• Good Fellas

• Great Bear

• Poison

• Tango and Cash

Fentanyl prescription brands.

• Actiq®

• Duragesic®

• Sublimaze®

Fentanyl effects.

Those who have become physically dependent on fentanyl and other opioid drugs are likely to experience severe withdrawal symptoms sometimes only hours after their last use. Fentanyl and opiates bind to the opioid receptors in the brain that control pleasure and pain. After consistent use of fentanyl, the brain begins to adapt to the drug, diminishing sensitivity. One may begin to experience difficulty in feeling pleasure from anything but the use of the drug. Once addicted, those will go to just about any length to use Fentanyl to prevent the body from going into withdrawal. The effects of Fentanyl may include but are not limited to:

•  Euphoria

• Nausea

• Drowsiness

• Confusion

• Constipation

• Sedation

• Difficulty Breathing

• Unconsciousness

Fentanyl detox.

Those who have become physically dependent upon fentanyl and stop are likely to experience severe withdrawal symptoms sometimes only hours after their last use. It is always safest to detox from fentanyl under the supervision of a professional detox center. The withdrawal symptoms of detoxing from fentanyl may include but are not limited to:

Physiological Effects:

• Chills

• Sweating

• Restlessness

• Stomach Cramps

• Joint Pain

• Muscle Aches/Spasms

• Nausea

• Restless Legs

• Vomiting

• Diarrhea

• Elevated Heart Rate

• Physical Cravings

• Insomnia

Psychological Effect

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Mental Cravings

Fentanyl withdrawal symptoms are extremely uncomfortable, making it difficult to stop on your own. It is highly recommended that those who are experiencing fentanyl detox withdrawal symptoms should consult with a medical professional immediately.

South Orange County Detox and Treatment offers medically assisted fentanyl detoxification. We provide 24/7 monitoring by a highly trained staff, to ensure safety during the acute withdrawal phase of fentanyl detox. Our consulting Medical Doctor utilizes Suboxone/Subutex treatment for most opioid withdrawal symptoms, along with other medication. We continually reevaluate your symptoms throughout the duration of your detox to ensure you the most comfortable fentanyl detox possible.