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Fentanyl Addiction
 Fentanyl addiction presents several different options for recovery from the
drug. Because fentanyl is such a physical affecting drug, detox and
withdrawal can cause some uncomfortable symptoms. Sometimes
methadone, a pharmaceutical used to decrease cravings, is prescribed.
There are also several rehabilitation programs and centers that specialize in
fentanyl addiction recovery. After quitting fentanyl, it takes about 6-12 hours
for the withdrawal to hit. This withdrawal then will peak at about 3 days
after being clean of fentanyl. Because fentanyl is highly addictive, even after
treatment, it can be very easy to want to relapse back into addiction. At
home treatment for rehabilitation is not recommended because it is easier
to slip back into relapse. By going to a rehabilitation center after treatment,
they can work up a plan to help the patient stay sober and prevent a relapse
back into fentanyl addiction.