Liberty Bay Recovery Center provides medical meth detox in Portland, Maine. Our licensed team guides you through crystal meth withdrawal with 24/7 monitoring and comprehensive care.
Methamphetamine is a powerful stimulant that affects the central nervous system. Crystal meth can create intense highs and hard crashes that raise addiction risk. Overdose deaths from stimulants have increased in recent years. Professional meth detox supports safe withdrawal and lowers the risk of life-threatening complications.
Meth is often found in urine for one to four days, and longer with heavy use. Blood and saliva tests detect it for one to three days. Hair tests can detect past use for up to ninety days.
Recognizing meth symptoms helps identify when professional treatment is needed.
Medical supervision makes meth withdrawal safer and more comfortable than attempting detox at home.
During the first week, severe symptoms often require medical monitoring. Our team may provide short-term medicines for sleep, mood, and comfort. Acute symptoms include:
After the first week, some symptoms can continue, requiring ongoing support. Before discharge, you’ll receive a clear plan to manage post-acute symptoms such as:
Several meth detox options are available. Our specialists help you choose the best program for your situation.
Our detox programs provide round-the-clock care in a safe setting. Clinicians track vital signs, manage complications, and adjust medicines as needed.
There are no FDA-approved medications that specifically treat meth addiction, but medication management can make withdrawal safer and more comfortable. Our doctors may prescribe:
During detox, you’ll work on restoring balance through hydration, steady sleep, and light physical activity. Care may also include:
Attempting meth detox at home is dangerous and rarely successful. Professional medical supervision addresses serious risks, including:
Our team provides psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and rapid medical response when needed.
Meth detox is the foundation of recovery, not the complete solution. Most clients benefit from continued treatment after detoxification.
30–60 Days
Our inpatient program provides a structured stay with double rooms, private baths, chef-prepared meals, and gym access. You’ll take part in individual therapy, group counseling, CBT, and trauma-focused care.
30+ Days
The partial hospitalization program (PHP) at Liberty Bay offers more than thirty hours of weekly therapy while you return home each evening. Care combines groups, individual sessions, medical support, and family education.
Varies by Individual
Our intensive outpatient program (IOP) provides fifteen or more weekly hours of flexible care. This level supports work, school, and family responsibilities while strengthening coping strategies and recovery skills.
People who receive aftercare often achieve better long-term results. Longer time in aftercare links with stronger outcomes.
Our aftercare includes:
At Liberty Bay Recovery Center, you’ll receive safe, supervised detox with a clear plan forward. Call us today to take the first step toward lasting recovery.
Methamphetamine is a strong stimulant that affects the brain and body, rapidly leading to dependence and addiction risk.
Doctors may use medicines for sleep, mood, or anxiety during withdrawal, though none are FDA-approved specifically for meth.
Many plans cover medically necessary detox and treatment. We verify your benefits and explain any costs before admission.
Crystal meth is a purer, crystalline form of methamphetamine with stronger, longer-lasting effects.
Yes. Meth overdose can cause a heart attack, hyperthermia, seizures, and death. Call 911 immediately for suspected overdose symptoms.
Smoking meth delivers the drug faster to the brain, creating more intense effects and higher addiction potential than snorting or oral consumption.
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