Because there is quite a bit of diversity among the different chemicals that are labeled as “bath salts,” the actual symptoms and timeline that an individual experience may vary greatly. Therefore, there is no universal timeline for bath salts withdrawal. What we do know, however, is that withdrawal symptoms will vary depending on several factors including:
The frequency of bath salts use
How much bath salts have been used
The length of addiction
The use of other substances
Age
Individual physiology
Any physical or mental conditions
The withdrawal process for bath salts typically begins within 12-24 hours after someone has taken their last dose. Primary symptoms include mood swings, jitteriness, fatigue, and cravings. Individuals may become suicidal, moody, and depressed when levels of these neurotransmitters of dopamine and norepinephrine become depleted. Typically, these symptoms peak within 48-72 hours before slowly subsiding.5-7 days following the last dose the drug, most symptoms are typically resolved. However, an individual could continue to experience some lingering issues such as mood swings and cravings.