Alcohol De-Addiction Treatment in Jaipur

Understanding Alcohol Addiction

Alcohol use disorder ranges from harmful drinking to severe dependence. In dependence, the brain and body adapt to regular alcohol, so cravings become strong, control is lost, and stopping suddenly causes withdrawal: tremor, sweating, anxiety, poor sleep and, in severe cases, seizures or a dangerous state of confusion called delirium tremens.

Heavy drinking damages the liver, stomach, heart, nerves and brain, and is closely linked with depression, anxiety, sleep problems, accidents and family conflict. Treatment works best when it addresses all of these together, rather than stopping alcohol alone.

Common signs and symptoms

• Drinking more, or for longer, than you meant to
• Repeated failed attempts to cut down or stop
• Strong cravings, or thinking about alcohol through the day
• Shaking, sweating, nausea or restlessness in the morning, relieved by a drink
• Needing more alcohol to get the same effect
• Drinking alone, secretly or early in the day
• Missing work or family responsibilities because of drinking
• Arguments, accidents or health problems linked to alcohol

Causes and risk factors

• Family history of alcohol problems
• Drinking to cope with stress, anxiety, low mood or sleeplessness
• Starting to drink at a young age
• Social circles and workplaces where heavy drinking is normal
• Untreated depression, anxiety, ADHD or trauma

When should you see a psychiatrist?

Consider booking an appointment if these difficulties have lasted more than two weeks, keep coming back, or are affecting your work, studies, relationships or daily routine. You do not need to wait until things feel unbearable; early treatment is usually shorter and more effective.

How Dr. Surabhi Mathur makes a diagnosis

Your first consultation is an unhurried conversation about your symptoms, how long they have been present, your medical and family history, sleep, stress and any substance use. Where needed, Dr. Mathur uses standard rating scales and may suggest blood tests to rule out physical causes such as thyroid or vitamin problems. You leave with a clear explanation of what is happening and a treatment plan you have agreed to.

Treatment options

• Assessment

  How much and for how long you have been drinking, any past withdrawal or seizures, your physical health, and liver and other blood tests.

• Medically supervised detox

  Safe withdrawal over about a week with medicines and vitamins, including thiamine, as an outpatient when that is safe, or with admission at Narayana Hospital when withdrawal is likely to be severe.

• Anti-craving medicines

  Evidence-based medicines such as naltrexone or acamprosate reduce craving and relapse. Disulfiram is used only with the person’s full knowledge and consent.

• Counselling and relapse prevention

  Motivational counselling, recognising triggers, and planning for high-risk situations such as parties, festivals and stressful days.

• Family involvement

  Helping the family respond supportively, avoid arguments that backfire, and recognise early signs of relapse.

• Treating underlying problems

  Depression, anxiety, insomnia or trauma are treated alongside, since they often drive drinking.

How long does treatment take?

Detox usually takes five to seven days, but recovery takes longer: the first three to six months after stopping carry the highest risk of relapse, so regular follow-up continues through this period. A slip is not a failure but a signal to adjust the plan, and many people go on to stay alcohol-free for good.

Why choose Dr. Surabhi Mathur in Jaipur?

• MBBS, MD (Psychiatry), Consultant Psychiatrist at Narayana Hospital
• Trained in psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Plans that combine therapy, medication and lifestyle care
• Strictly confidential, non-judgmental consultations
• Clinic in Nirman Nagar, Mon–Sat by appointment
• Hospital care at Narayana Hospital when it is needed