Medical Malpractice

What treatments do they use in hospitals for heroin addicts?

No, I'm not a heroin addict. However, I would like to know some more information on treatments that use for heroin addicts in hospitals. Help please? Any treatments. Don't leave an answer that is stupid or judgmental.

Public Comments

1. I don't know about everywhere but you could be switched to Methadone. Gradually the dosage becoming smaller and smaller, until nothing.
2. As a general rule, no hospital will attempt treatment unless/until addicted person has enrolled in rehab program. Not everyone needs or has hospital treatment, but those who do are there a short time for detoxification. Their physical and mental status is closely monitored and they are medicated as indicated (not with the addicted substance). Withdrawal (in some instances) can be life-threatening if not accompanied by medication.