BENZODIAZEPINE DETOX

ORANGE COUNTY, CA

Salterra OC Detox & Treatment provides medically supervised benzodiazepine detox in Orange County. We offer 24/7 monitoring, managing anxiety, insomnia, and other withdrawal effects so you can begin recovery safely.

WHAT ARE BENZODIAZEPINES?

Benzodiazepines—often called “benzos”—are prescription sedatives that boost the calming neurotransmitter GABA, slowing the central nervous system and reducing stress, panic, and muscle tension.

COMMON PRESCRIPTIONs

• Alprazolam (Xanax®)

• Clonazepam (Klonopin®)

• Diazepam (Valium®)

• Lorazepam (Ativan®)

• Temazepam (Restoril®)

CONDITIONS TREATED

• Panic disorder

• Generalized anxiety

• Seizure disorders

• Muscle spasms or pain

• Insomnia

• Alcohol or drug withdrawal

DANGERS OF LONG-TERM USE

These medications are intended for short-term relief. Prolonged or high-dose use can lead to tolerance, dependence, and life-threatening withdrawal. Never stop “cold turkey” without medical guidance.

STREET NAMES

• Zannies

• Vals

• K-Pins

• Bars

• Ladders

• Yellows

• Planks

• Downers

• Nerve Pills

• Tranks

Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Symptoms

Early/Rebound (Days 1–10)

• Tremors

• Anxiety & panic attacks

• Insomnia & irritability

• Nausea or vomiting

• Sweating & heart palpitations

• Headache, muscle pain, cravings

Severe Complications

• Hallucinations or psychosis

• Seizures

• Suicidal thoughts

• Delirium tremens

• Respiratory depression

Seek emergency care or call 911 if severe symptoms appear.

WHY CHOOSE SALTERRA OC FOR BENZO DETOX?

• 24/7 medical oversight — continuous vitals & symptom monitoring

• Individualized taper plans — physician-directed medication protocols

• Comfort-focused care — comfortable rooms, holistic anxiety relief, nutrition support

• Rapid hospital transfer — standing orders with nearby acute-care facilities

• Aftercare coordination — therapy, residential treatment, MAT options, and outpatient step-down