If you have decided to go through withdrawal on your own, it is vital to know beforehand that the symptoms, though not life-threatening, can be very uncomfortable. It is a good idea to keep your physician and a close one informed about your plans to help in case of an emergency and keep you motivated and prevent relapse.n2. You are likely to experience diarrhoea and vomiting, so ensure you adequately hydrate yourself and drink electrolyte solutions to prevent dehydration. If required, you can also take specific medicines to control diarrhoea and combat the symptoms of nausea and vomiting.n3. Muscle cramps, body aches, and fatigue are also common. Take adequate rest, and you may also take ibuprofen to relieve the symptoms, but remember to take only the minimum amount required and never overdose.n4. Keep your mind occupied, engaged, and distracted by listening to music, watching movies, or indulging in any activity that makes you happy. It will increase your body’s endorphins and reduce the craving to go back on narcotics.n5. It can be overwhelming, difficult, and dangerous to go through withdrawal alone. n6. Furthermore, it is always better to seek support from medical professionals or detox facilities, so they can make a personalised treatment plan for you and make the process of withdrawal easy and successful.nJoining support groups like Narcotics Anonymous is very helpful in getting you through this challenging phase and preventing relapse.n7. Now, let's look at how your doctor can help you with medically-assisted narcotics withdrawal. Your doctor can start you on methadone. It prevents withdrawal symptoms and reduces drug cravings. It would be best if you were under medical surveillance while on methadone. There are also specialised Methadone Clinics.n8. Buprenorphine is another drug recommended for the treatment of opioid withdrawal. It shortens the detoxification period and eases withdrawal symptoms.n9. Clonidine is a medication to relieve withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, agitation, and muscle aches.n10. Counselling and support groups provide the much-needed motivation and push required post-recovery to prevent going back to opioid abuse.