PCP Treatment
PCP is a hallucinogenic drug illegally sold as a tablet, capsule, or powder. It is snorted, smoked, or ingested. When smoked, PCP is applied to everyday herbs such as mint, parsley, oregano, or illicit plants, such as marijuana. The effects last between four and six hours. However, depending upon dosage and usage effects can linger for up to twenty-four hours. Because it is a hallucinogenic, the perceptions of users are altered. It is addictive and leads to cravings and compulsive PCP-seeking behaviors.
It was originally developed in 1950s to be used as an anesthetic. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, human studies found that PCP had intense negative psychological effects. Use of PCP was prohibited in 1965.
Signs and Symptoms of PCP Addiction
- Elevation in anxiety symptoms
- Feelings of power, strength and invulnerability
- Delusions
- Hallucinations
- Paranoia
- Distorted thinking
- Disconnect with one’s environment
- Vomiting
- Loss of balance
- Blurred vision
Complications of PCP Addiction
- Memory loss
- Difficulties with speech
- Confusion
- Depression
- Seizure
- Coma
- Death
- Central nervous system damage
Treatment for PCP
While there is no standard medical protocol for PCP addiction, inpatient drug addiction treatment and behavior modification are considered the best approach to PCP addiction and relapse prevention.
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Call our Addiction Helpline at 1-800-884-1727, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for more information about PCP treatment. Our admissions counselors are standing by to answer questions regarding you, your employees, or a family member. Contact Us or use the Live Chat to get the help needed and stop the addiction, detox, and relapse cycle.
