Nasha Mukti — freedom from addiction is possible
Alcohol · Afeem · Doda post · Smack · Heroin · Ganja · Tobacco · Pills · Mobile & betting
Addiction is a disease of the brain. Just as diabetes is treated with medicine, addiction is treated with medicines, counselling and support — not with shame, force or unproven remedies.
Most patients are treated without admission, many by video consultation from home.
8+
Years clinical experience
14,000+
Patients treated
4.5/5★
Patient rating
Dr. Kuldeep Budania · MBBS, MD Psychiatry · Senior Specialist
Which addictions are treated?
- AlcoholSharab / daruDaily drinking, morning drink, tremors. Safe medical detox.High risk if stopped suddenlyRead more
- Afeem / Doda / SmackOpium, poppy husk, heroinBody ache, loose motions on stopping. Comfortable detox and long-term medicines.Read more
- Tobacco / GutkaBidi, cigarette, khainiNicotine replacement and medicines double quit success.Read more
- Ganja / Charas / BhangCannabisCan trigger psychosis in youth. Counselling and treatment.Read more
- Pills & Cough SyrupSleeping pills, painkillers, cough syrupsSupervised tapering — never stop suddenly.Read more
- Mobile, Gaming & BettingBehavioural addictionsSame brain reward pathway as drugs. CBT and family plan.Read more
Detailed guides by substance
- Alcohol Addiction
- Opium (afeem) addiction
- Doda post (poppy husk) addiction
- Smack (brown sugar) addiction
- Heroin addiction
- Ganja and bhang addiction
- Charas (hashish) addiction
- Tobacco & Gutka
- Nicotine dependence (cigarettes, vapes, pouches)
- Prescription drug dependence
- Sleeping pill and sedative dependence
- Inhalant use (whitener, glue, petrol)
- Gaming Addiction
- Betting & Gambling
- Mobile & Internet Addiction
- Relapse prevention counselling (addiction)
Treatment in 3 phases
- 1
Phase 1 · first days to 2 weeks
Assessment & Detox
Complete addiction history, physical check-up and blood tests, then medicines that keep withdrawal safe and comfortable.
- Withdrawal scoring and monitoring
- Vitamin supplements (B1) for alcohol
- Liver, HIV/hepatitis screening when needed
- 2
Phase 2 · 1–6 months
Anti-craving treatment
After detox, the biggest challenge is craving. Medicines act on the brain's reward pathway to reduce craving, together with counselling.
- Anti-craving medicines (alcohol) when suitable
- Opioid substitution or anti-craving medicines (opioids) when suitable
- Nicotine replacement and medicines (tobacco)
- Motivational counselling and CBT
- 3
Phase 3 · 6–12 months and beyond
Relapse prevention
Recovery means a new routine. We identify triggers — people, places, emotions — and build skills to handle them.
- HALT: avoid being Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired
- Saying no to offers — practised in sessions
- Family therapy and regular follow-up
- Treating depression, anxiety and sleep problems
A guide for families
"Someone in my home is addicted — what should we do?"
Step 1
Talk when they are sober
Avoid arguments when the person is intoxicated. Speak calmly, with concern rather than blame.
Step 2
Consult the doctor yourself first
Family members can consult without the patient to plan the approach.
Step 3
Use the CRAFT approach
Community Reinforcement and Family Training — reward sober behaviour, allow natural consequences. Many families succeed in bringing the person to treatment this way.
Step 4
Don't be an enabler
Giving money for the substance or covering up consequences is not love — it keeps the addiction going. Set healthy boundaries.
Step 5
Never give medicines secretly
Hidden 'nasha chhudane ki dawa' in food can be dangerous. Treatment needs the doctor and, ideally, the patient's consent.
Emergency signs — get medical help immediately (112)
Fits after stopping alcohol
Usually 6–48 hours after the last drink.
Confusion, seeing things, shaking (DTs)
Delirium tremens can be life-threatening if untreated.
Opioid overdose
Unconscious, very slow breathing, blue lips — call 112.
Suicidal thoughts
Call Tele-MANAS 14416 (24×7, free) or 112.
Emergency or suicidal thoughts: call 112 or Tele-MANAS 14416 (24×7, free).
Myths vs facts
Myth
"Just use willpower — why see a doctor?"
Fact
Addiction changes brain chemistry. Willpower alone usually fails; medical treatment greatly improves success.
Myth
"If I tell the doctor, there will be a police case."
Fact
Treatment is confidential under the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017. Doctors do not report patients seeking treatment.
Myth
"Treatment medicines are just another addiction."
Fact
Opioid substitution and anti-craving medicines are on the WHO essential medicines list, given in controlled doses under supervision.
Myth
"Elders took afeem too — what's the problem?"
Fact
Daily dependence, withdrawal and harm to health and family make it a disease — and it is treatable.
Myth
"Jhaad-phoonk or a taveez will cure it."
Fact
Addiction is a neurobiological condition. Scientific treatment works; delays make it harder.
Myth
"Once an addict, always an addict."
Fact
Many people achieve long-term recovery with proper treatment and support.
Your privacy is our responsibility
- Protected under the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017
- Nothing is shared with family, employer or anyone without your consent
- Private video consultation — no one needs to know you visited
Frequently asked questions
How long does nasha mukti take?
Detox takes days to two weeks; anti-craving and relapse-prevention usually continue for 6–12 months.
Is admission required?
Usually not. Admission is advised only for severe withdrawal, fits, delirium or other medical risk.
What does treatment cost?
Consultation is ₹500; medicines and tests depend on the individual plan. Concessions are available for financial difficulty.
Can depression be treated along with addiction?
Yes — treating both together improves recovery.
A new life can start with one call.
Whatever the substance and however long it has been — treatment works. The first step is yours.