Drug detox can have an anxiety-inducing reputation. But, it is far safer and easier than people imagine it to be. Castle Craig has been providing medically managed alcohol and drug detox for more than 35 years. Our dedicated detox unit, Kirkurd House, runs 24 hours a day with nursing staff on hand to support you […]
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Medically Managed Inpatient Heroin Detox Centre in Scotland, UK
Castle Craig, located in the Scottish Borders, has been a trusted residential rehab facility for over 35 years. We specialise in medically managed detox for a full range of substance misuse, including heroin dependency. Our approach centres on supporting your overall recovery within a private and therapeutic environment, addressing both body and mind. Our spacious […]
Pregabalin addiction and treatment
Pregabalin is prescribed to hundreds of thousands of people in the UK each year. For many, it provides relief from nerve pain, anxiety, and epilepsy. What many don’t know is that pregabalin also carries a significant risk. This risk was serious enough that in 2019, the UK government reclassified it as a Class C controlled […]
Alcohol Psychosis, Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Alcohol-induced psychosis, also known as alcohol withdrawal delirium or alcohol hallucinosis, refers to a number of alcohol-related conditions that can manifest with a range of distressing behaviours and other psychotic symptoms. These typically occur during or shortly after a period of heavy alcohol dependence, when a person suddenly reduces their intake or attempts to quit […]
Supporting a loved one with drug or alcohol dependency – helping an addict
Helping your loved one find the right drug or alcohol addiction treatment is an important part of the healing process. You want to ensure you find a clinic that caters to your loved one’s requirements, as well as somewhere they will feel safe and comfortable. At Castle Craig, we understand the importance of a comprehensive […]
What is Addiction?
Addiction is a long-term (chronic) condition in which you struggle to gain control over something that you are doing, using or taking – despite these actions causing harmful consequences to your physical health, mental health or relationships and work. Defining Addiction Over the last few decades, the understanding of addiction has vastly changed in the […]
Drug & Alcohol Addiction Rehab for Women
Established in 1988, Castle Craig is one of the UK’s longest-standing family-run residential rehab clinics, known for its clinical excellence and compassionate care. We offer specialised residential drug and alcohol addiction rehabilitation programmes. Located in the beautiful Scottish Borders, it provides a private and tranquil environment that promotes healing. With evidence-based treatments, an experienced multidisciplinary […]
Codeine Addiction: Codeine Overdose & Dangers
Are you worried you, or someone you care about, is currently experiencing a codeine overdose? This article will talk you through what happens during an overdose, what to do, and what treatment you can expect to receive. It’s important to note that codeine is both a prescription drug and addictive, so in some cases people […]
Codeine withdrawal symptoms, timeline and treatment
Codeine is a prescription painkiller that can be highly addictive, and dependence can sometimes develop without the person realising. When regular use stops, withdrawal symptoms can occur, ranging from physical discomfort to emotional distress. Understanding these effects is key to managing them safely and effectively. If you or someone you care about is taking codeine […]
Mixing Xanax With Alcohol: What Are the Dangers?
You might think taking your prescribed dose of Xanax and enjoying a few glasses of wine is perfectly safe. After all, both substances are legal. Yet Xanax, which is prescribed for anxiety and muscle spasms, is a sedative and so is alcohol. This means if you combine the two you multiply their effects to such […]
Valium Overdose: What Are the Side Effects?
Valium Overdose? Doing so can result in some unpleasant side effects, and, in rare cases, it can even be fatal. Even if you are taking it as prescribed medication and following the correct dose, there are certain things you can do to keep yourself safe from an accidental overdose (such as avoiding alcohol). If you’re […]
Is Mixing Valium and Alcohol Dangerous?
Many people who have been prescribed a benzodiazepine like Valium aren’t aware that it shouldn’t be mixed with alcohol. Because both Valium (also known as diazepam) and alcohol are sedatives that depress the nervous system, taking them together will intensify the effects of both. Both substances are also capable of causing addiction, and this is […]