Free education on opioid withdrawal
What the research shows, what it doesn't, and where to get real help. Written for people going through it and the people beside them.
Medical safety
Call 911 for severe confusion, hallucinations, uncontrollable vomiting, signs of extreme dehydration, or a suspected overdose. This site is education only and can't replace a medical evaluation.
Evidence
Receptor biology, and medications for opioid use disorder backed by randomized trials.
Old pilot studies, small case series, and mega-dose supplement claims.
Five tiers, from early findings to replicated trials. Every research page shows its tier.
How this site works
Studies and public health guidance are cited on the page, so you can read them yourself.
This is education, not medical care. It can't diagnose you or replace your doctor.
Opiate Freedom Foundation is affiliated with PowerMade.com, which sells supplements. That relationship is disclosed wherever products come up.
After 23 years of addiction, Paul Mason became focused not only on recovery, but on the information people encounter while trying to make recovery decisions.
Recognizing how misleading, commercialized, or inaccurate withdrawal advice can be, the foundation was established to provide free, evidence-aware public education without commercial bias.
Read the full story →Withdrawal biology, preparation, recovery supports, and the research on vitamin C and nutrition.
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