Detoxing from a drug means that your body is ridding itself of the substance, so you can finally live without benzodiazepines. If you have been taking benzos for a while, or you have been taking a lot of them, your body will react to the absence of the drug, which is called withdrawal.
When you withdraw from benzodiazepines, you might experience some symptoms, such as sleep problems, cramping, and pain, especially around the face or neck. These symptoms are normal. However, many people who are withdrawing from benzodiazepines experience muscle tension or spasms, racing heart, and shaking or trembling, which means it would be better for you to detox under a doctor’s care. If you undergo a physician-assisted medical detox, you may receive medication to lessen the symptoms of withdrawal and complete the detox safely. Usually, people who are detoxing from benzodiazepines take one to two weeks before the body is completely free of withdrawal symptoms.
