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Heroin Recovery

How to Quit Heroin

Heroin addiction is treatable. Medication-assisted treatment with buprenorphine or methadone reduces overdose mortality by over 50%. Here's everything you need to know.

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50%+
mortality reduction with MAT
7–10d
acute withdrawal duration
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Quick Answer

Quitting heroin: medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) — buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) or methadone — are the gold standard and reduce overdose mortality by 50%+. Carry naloxone (Narcan). Withdrawal begins 6–24 hours after last dose, peaks at 36–72 hours, and largely resolves by day 7. Call SAMHSA (1-800-662-4357) or visit findtreatment.gov today.

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Warning Signs

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 Withdrawal

Heroin Withdrawal Symptoms

Complete guide to every symptom and how to manage them safely.

 Recovery Guide

How to Quit Heroin

Step-by-step guide: MAT options, what to expect, and finding help.

 Timeline

Heroin Withdrawal Timeline

Hour-by-hour breakdown from onset through PAWS.

 Benefits

Benefits of Quitting Heroin

Physical, mental, financial, and relationship benefits of recovery.

Getting Help Today

If you or someone you love is struggling, you don't have to wait. The SAMHSA National Helpline (1-800-662-4357) is free, confidential, and available 24/7. Telehealth medication-assisted treatment providers can often start treatment the same day.

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