Reducing or stopping drug use
Reducing or stopping your drug use
So you've decided you want to cut down or stop taking drugs altogether. That's a great decision and probably was a tough one to make. In order to make sure that you do it propoerly, here are some tips on how to do it safely.
Do it sensibly and under medical supervision
While you are still using drugs, it is important that you do it in the safest possible way. Talk to a doctor or drug and alcohol worker about the best way to manage your drug use as the reduction of some drugs may cause medical complications.
Reducing your drug intake may be done with the assistance of other drugs.
The function of these drugs depends on what they are replacing. Methadone, Naltrexone and Buprenolphine are drugs used to help reduce heroin intake. Medical treatment is often done along with counselling.
The laws around medical treatment vary from state to state.
In some states the use of medical treatment is used only for those over 18 years. For more information about medical treatments you may want to talk to your local drug and alcohol worker, local doctor or counsellor. The Australian Drug Foundation website also has some general information.
For more detailed information about treatment options, check out the Treatments for drug dependence section.
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