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What is withdrawal

Withdrawal is what happens when your body and brain react to the absence of a drug that it has become dependent on. It’s your system trying to re-align after sustained drug use.

When you use a drug often, your body adapts and starts relying on it to function normally. If you suddenly stop or reduce the drug, your body experiences a ‘shock’ or ‘crash’. It's like taking away a crutch before your body is ready to stand on its own.

Types of withdrawal physical symptoms
Shaking, sweating, nausea, vomiting, headaches, fatigue, muscle pain, chills; seizures (in severe cases, like with ’G’, alcohol, or benzos)

Types of withdrawal psychological symptoms
Anxiety, irritability, depression or mood swings, cravings, trouble sleeping, confusion or paranoia.

How long does withdrawal last?
It depends on the drug, how long you used it for, dose amounts and your body. Some symptoms can last for a few days, while others (like cravings or mood changes) can last weeks, or longer.

Support when withdrawing is essential
For example, withdrawal from ‘G’ can begin hours after the last dose and may be dangerous, needing medical supervision.
Some drug withdrawals—especially from ’G’, alcohol, benzodiazepines, or opioids—can be life-threatening without professional support.

We strongly advise you NOT to do this on your own. ALWAYS seek professional medical/ drug service support. This includes medical detox, tapering plans, harm reduction services and/ or peer or therapeutic support.