It’s one of a new breed of substances readily available through various retail sources – like gas stations. They’re commonly sold as dietary supplements marketed to improve mood, enhance mental clarity, reduce anxiety, or induce effects common to recreational drugs like cannabis and others.

One substance that’s reached national notoriety is tianeptine. Here’s the basic information on tianeptine:

• It’s an antidepressant medication approved for the treatment of major depressive disorder in several European, Asian, and Latin American countries
• In countries where it’s approved for medical use, brand names include Coaxil, Stablon, and Tatinol
• It’s classified as an atypical tricyclic antidepressant
• It may also help people with anxiety and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
• Tianeptine is not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for any use, medical or otherwise
• Tianeptine is an opioid receptor agonist

Currently, tianeptine is banned in the following states:

• Alabama
• Florida
• Georgia
• Indiana
• Kentucky
• Michigan
• Mississippi
• Ohio
• Tennessee

There are several reasons tianeptine is on our radar now. News reports like this one and this one discuss the potential dangers and increasing frequency of serious medical problems associated with tianeptine. Before we go further, the reason it’s possible to buy the substance at all is that it’s not sold as a medication – and therefore doesn’t need FDA approval – and it’s not classified as a controlled substance, which means the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) has no role in policing its sale – yet.

Lawmakers Urge FDA to Address the Tianeptine Problem

First of all, we need to define the problem.

A report from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) describes an increase in complications surrounding tianeptine. From 2000-2013, the report indicates, the National Poison Data System (NPDS) recorded a total of 11 calls for tianeptine exposure. From 2013-2017, they recorded a total of 207 calls for tianeptine exposure, with five (5) calls in 2014 rising to 81 in 2017, an increase of 1,520 percent.

The problems associated with tianeptine revolve around the adverse side effects of taking the drug and the negative consequences of discontinuing use of the drug. In a letter to the FDA, five members of the U.S. House of Representatives outlined the issues they see with tianeptine. Rep. Jeff Jackson of North Carolina, the chief author of the letter, included the following warnings:

“Recent reporting indicates that tianeptine is extremely addictive and that tianeptine withdrawal symptoms are strikingly similar to opioid withdrawal symptoms, including nausea, chills, and insomnia. Recent medical research indicates that tianeptine can cause fatal overdoses.”

That’s the problem in a nutshell: addiction, withdrawal, and complications up to and including death. In addition, reports include people in treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD) taking tianeptine because they believed it was safe. However, many quickly experienced negative consequences, such as addiction, coupled with extreme difficulties discontinuing use. An individual interviewed in an article in Consumer Reports magazine describes quitting tianeptine:

“Withdrawal and detox [were] 10 times more severe than any opiate withdrawal.”

In the same article, the Director of the Alabama Poison Control Center, Dr. William Rushton, states:

“Very few of the patients I have encountered are starting tianeptine to get a recreational high but rather are truly trying to help themselves under a mistaken concept of its safety.”

Whether people take the tianeptine for a recreational high or to help themselves in some way is immaterial when we consider the consequences, which are serious. Let’s take a closer look at the negative effects associated with tianeptine, and learn why tianeptine earned the nickname gas station heroin.

Tianeptine: The Details

The article “Tianeptine, an Antidepressant with Opioid Agonist Effects: Pharmacology and Abuse Potential, a Narrative Review” offers a comprehensive review of the important facts about tianeptine. We’ll preface the information from that review by reiterating that tianeptine is an opioid receptor agonist, meaning it binds – or attaches – to the same receptors in the brain as opioids, and causes some of the same effects.

That’s where the nickname gas station heroin comes from.

With that said, the effects of tianeptine include:

The effects of tianeptine include:

• Euphoria
• Sedation
• Muscle relaxation
• Stimulation

Common side effects of tianeptine include:

• Headache
• Dry mouth
• Dizziness
• Constipation
• Nightmares
• Stomach problems

Less common side effects include:

• Muscle pain
• Tremors
• Seizures
• Hot flashes
• Blurred vision
• Painful urination
• Cardiovascular complications

Tolerance to the effects of tianeptine occurs rapidly, which can cause recreational users to escalate the frequency and dosage of tianeptine. Since most users are completely unaware that tianeptine is an opioid receptor agonist, they’re also completely unaware that discontinuing use can lead to a withdrawal syndrome similar to opioid withdrawal syndrome (OWS).

Signs of tianeptine withdrawal include:

• Agitation
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Elevated heart rate
• Diarrhea
• Insomnia
• Suicidal thoughts
• Depression
• Confusion
• Sweating
• Depressed breathing
• Restless legs
• Cold and flu-like symptoms

As we mention in the introduction to this article, tianeptine joins other substances that tiptoe around rules established by the FDA and the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). It’s possible to buy tianeptine at sold at retail stores such as:

• Gas stations
• Corner stores
• Bodegas
• Mini marts
• Smoke shops
• Online

Note: We have nothing against corner stores, gas stations, minimarts, or bodegas. Here, we join the chorus of health providers who encourage them to take dangerous products – like tianeptine – off the shelves, and be careful about new products that make any kind of health claims.

How Do I Recognize a Product That Contains Tianeptine?

Companies market products containing tianeptine as dietary supplements, brain enhancers, energy supplements, mood enhancers, appetite suppressors, or pain relievers. Other products considered gas station drugs include:

• Kratom
• Spice
• ISO (isopropyl nitrate)
• K2 (synthetic cannabis)
• Phrenze Red
• Delta 8 Gummies

In many cases, manufacturers design these drugs in both legal and illegal laboratories/factories. Despite the advertising language on their labels, casual outside observers are likely to conclude the purpose of these products is to create subjective effects similar to common substances of misuse/disordered use/addiction, including substances such as cannabis, cocaine, amphetamine, opioids, and others. However, if we take the manufacturers and many users at face value, the purpose of these drugs is to gain some sort of perceived benefit, such as relaxation, mental clarity, or stress relief.

It’s possible to find tianeptine sold under the following names:

• Zaza
• Zaza Red
• Tianna Red
• Neptune’s Fix
• Red Dawn
• Pegasus

Based on the data on the addictive properties of tianeptine and the potential for serious side effects and a difficult withdrawal, we encourage anyone interested in taking the substance to have a detailed discussion with a physician, psychiatrist, or qualified health care provider before initiating use. Ask a provider why it’s tianeptine is called “gas station heroin.”

Research on Tianeptine, a.k.a. Gas Station Heroin: Why Do People Use It?

Because of its position as an unregulated supplement, verified quantifiable data on tianeptine in the U.S. population is scarce. However, one group of researchers analyzed posts from online forums and social media sites to gather information on tianeptine.

Here’s what they found:

• People who use tianeptine were likely to engage in polysubstance use (taking more than one drug at a time)
• Most people who use tianeptine considered the drug an opioid/opiate

Tianeptine users cited the following reasons for taking the substance:

• Improve mood
• Increase energy
• Increase productivity
• Improve focus/clarity
• Pain relief
• Reduce anxiety
• Prevent opioid withdrawal
• As a buprenorphine substitute
• Enhance effects of cannabis, kratom, and/or amphetamines
• Enhance libido

The Mayo Clinic offers this brief, accurate summary of our knowledge of tianeptine:

“While tianeptine may help treat depression, anxiety and irritable bowel syndrome, the risks often outweigh the benefits. Tianeptine can have ill effects and can even lead to death.”

We agree wholeheartedly. Our review of the evidence indicates the risks far outweigh the benefits. And although we cannot give medical advice in this context, our message is simple. We encourage people to listen to the experts at the CDC and the Mayo Clinic, and make a rational, informed decision on any substances they choose to ingest.

Tianeptine, Dietary Supplements, Gas Station Heroin: Takeaways

We encourage anyone experiencing mental health challenges to seek support from a qualified mental health professional. For people with opioid use disorder (OUD) seeking addiction support with a medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) – which some users cite as a reason for taking tianeptine – we advise avoiding any substance that’s not approved as a medication by the FDA for that purpose, avoiding any substance or medication with no evidence base for treating SUD, and avoiding any substance the FDA – and reputable sources of medical information, like the CDC and the Mayo Clinic –  warns can increase likelihood of serious complications, up to and including death.

In other words, if you need help or support for a physical, mental health, addiction-related, or emotional issue, please go to the doctor, not the gas station. We understand the desire to handle problems independently, but in this case, all the available evidence shows that tianeptine has a negative, rather than positive, effect on overall health and wellbeing.

Finding Help: Online Resources

If you, a friend, or loved one needs support discontinuing tianeptine use, or needs support for substance use disorder (SUD), alcohol use disorder (AUD), and/or opioid use disorder (OUD), please call us at Pinnacle Treatment Centers.

You can also use these free treatment locators:

• The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) Treatment and Recovery Page
• The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services (SAMHSA) Find Help Page
• U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Search for Treatment Page

Remember: the sooner a person who needs treatment for SUD receives treatment for SUD, the better the outcome.

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The article – Clinicians Lack Sufficient Awareness of Novel Synthetic Opioid 10 Times More Potent Than Fentanyl – suggests the majority of substance use disorder (SUD) treatment centers around the country are not ready to handle to increased risk of addiction and overdose presented by nitazenes.

According to Dr. Brown:

“This class of opioids has the potential to become a rising tide of multiple different analogs of similar substances that have greater potency.”

Nitazenes are ten times more powerful than fentanyl, which is itself about 100 times more potent than morphine, which means nitazenes are up to 1,000 times more potent than morphine.

That increase in potency means an increased risk of addiction and fatal overdose. The risk increased significantly because of how drug traffickers use nitazenes. They use them to “cut” or increase the volume/weight of drugs like heroin and fentanyl, and also use them in counterfeit versions of prescription medications like Dilaudid and oxycodone.

We’ve published two articles on this topic recently. One, by our Chief Clinical Officer, Lori Ryland:

Nitazenes: A New Factor in the Opioid Crisis

And one article with the basic facts about nitazenes, which are also known as “ISO”:

What is ISO? Illicit Drugs and Opioid Overdose

The Next Wave of The Opioid Crisis

Experts from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) discuss three waves associated with the opioid crisis. The first was the result of overprescribing of opioids, the second was the result of the prescription to addiction pathway, and the third was the result of fentanyl and fentanyl analogs. We may now be in the beginning of a fourth wave, characterized by a mix of opioid and methamphetamine use, co-occurring mental health disorders, and the presence of new substances like nitazenes in the illicit drug supply.

The warnings about a fourth wave are supported by data. In 2021, the CDC reported a total of 106,699 overdose fatalities. For 2022, preliminary data indicates a total of 109,360 overdose fatalities. Treatment specialists like Dr. Brown and Dr. Ryland understand the role nitazenes are playing in the opioid crisis now. They also understand the role they may play over the next several years.

The Addiction Treatment Business article tells us that nationwide, “clinicians lack sufficient awareness” about nitazenes. However, we can confirm that our clinical and medical directors, including Dr. Brown and Dr. Ryland, share important information with all our clinicians about new developments in the opioid crisis – such as nitazenes – and clinicians at all our facilities understand the new risks, and how to face them as we move forward.

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Read about the grand opening in the Turlock Journal:

Turlock’s First Methadone Clinic Opens on Lander

At our new Turlock location – licensed and accredited by the California State Department of Health Care Services – we offer medication-assisted treatment with methadone and Suboxone (buprenorphine).

Call us today to learn more: (209) 353-4838

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Nicole Habbe, regional director for Pinnacle Treatment Centers, expressed optimism about the critical role this new location can play in the ongoing effort to reduce harms caused by the opioid and overdose crisis in Cherokee County, and across North Georgia.

“Our staff provides a holistic approach, combining Medication-Assisted Treatment, counseling and an environment that fosters both family and community support,” Habbe told reporters. “Our goal is to heal the body and mind, repair relationships with loved ones and the community, and to help our patients create a future free from the grip of addiction.”

READ MORE: Addiction Treatment Facility Opening in Canton

Pinnacle Treatment Centers: Help for the Opioid Crisis in Georgia

Pinnacle Chief Executive Officer Joe Pritchard – with knowledge informed by his own recovery journey – addressed the situation in Georgia.

“The opioid epidemic has taken a huge toll throughout the state,” he observed. “Treatment is needed now more than ever. Pinnacle is committed to bringing care directly into the community to help solve this crisis.”

You can learn more about how HealthQwest Canton works to support the needs of people in Cherokee County. We offer the latest, most effective, evidence-based, compassionate addiction treatment. Read this article on our blog for details:

READ: Pinnacle Treatment Centers: HealthQwest Location in Canton, GA Now Open

“HealthQwest Canton offers treatment for anyone looking to escape the cycle of opioid addiction,” Habbe added. “Our Certified Addiction Counselors work together with our medical staff to create a comprehensive, supportive treatment environment for our patients.”

If you or someone you know needs addiction treatment, please contact us. HealthQwest Canton accepts new patients every day. We can help you, a friend, or loved one start the road to long-term, sustainable recovery.

Treatment at HealthQwest Canton

Treatment at Pinnacle includes medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for patients with opioid use disorder (OUD) and alcohol use disorder (AUD). Pinnacle also offers programs for people with substance use disorder (SUD) and co-occurring mental health disorders. We commit to meeting the varied and diverse needs of communities in and around Canton, North Metro Atlanta, and North Georgia. All treatment plans include psychological and social support with counseling and case management services.

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READ: New Front Royal Facility Helps Treat Opioid Addiction with Multi-Pronged Approach

But that’s not all!

To learn more about how Front Royal Treatment Center meets the needs of the local community through innovative, evidence-based, compassionate addiction treatment, please read this article, too:

READ: Community Treatment: Spotlight on Front Royal Treatment Center

Treatment at Front Royal Treatment Center

Treatment at Pinnacle includes medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for patients with opioid use disorder (OUD) and alcohol use disorder (AUD). Pinnacle also offers programs for people with substance use disorder (SUD) and co-occurring mental health disorders. To meet the varied and diverse needs of the Front Royal community, all treatment plans include psychological and social support with counseling and case management services.

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READ AND LISTEN: New Opioid Treatment Program Opens in Front Royal

In the interview, facility Executive Director Steve Quackenbush stresses the comprehensive approach to treatment that addresses the biological, psychological, and social components of addiction treatment we use at Pinnacle. When patients engage in treatment at Front Royal, their options include, but are not limited to:

• Counseling
• Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) with Methadone, Suboxone, or Naltrexone
• Referrals to Social Services

Steve also takes time to mention the fact that people in the Front Royal community are overcoming the stigma around opioid treatment and welcome the presence of evidence-based support that mitigates the harm caused by the opioid addiction and overdose crisis in Virginia. Reducing stigma and teaching people about the benefits of treatment are in important step in healing individuals, families and communities not only in Viginia, but also nationwide.

To learn more about how Front Royal Treatment Center meets the needs of the local community through innovative, evidence-based, compassionate addiction treatment, please read this article, too:

READ: Community Treatment: Spotlight on Front Royal Treatment Center

Treatment at Front Royal Treatment Center

Treatment at Pinnacle includes medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for patients with opioid use disorder (OUD) and alcohol use disorder (AUD). Pinnacle also offers programs for people with substance use disorder (SUD) and co-occurring mental health disorders. To meet the varied and diverse needs of the Front Royal community, all treatment plans include psychological and social support with counseling and case management services.

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Leading Recovery Provider Offers Medication-Assisted Treatment and Hope to Communities

Front Royal, Virginia – 5/22/2023

Pinnacle Treatment Centers (PTC), a leading provider of comprehensive substance abuse treatment services, is pleased to announce the opening of its newest location in Front Royal, Virginia. With a commitment to delivering personalized and evidence-based care, Pinnacle Treatment Centers aims to make a positive impact on individuals struggling with addiction in the local community. The facility is staffed by a multidisciplinary team of experienced medical professionals, therapists, and addiction specialists who are dedicated to helping individuals achieve lasting recovery.

Situated in the picturesque town of Front Royal, Front Royal Treatment Center will provide a wide range of services to address the unique needs of each patient. The facility is conveniently located at 10269 Winchester Road, Front Royal, VA 22630, easily accessible to residents of Front Royal and the surrounding areas.

Pinnacle is one of a select few treatment facilities in the area to provide underserved communities with affordable substance abuse treatment and the option of outpatient care. This model of care empowers patients to take control of their treatment as it affords them the opportunity to continue and maintain employment, school obligations and family commitments while getting the treatment necessary to address their recovery.

“The opioid epidemic has taken a huge toll throughout the state. Treatment is needed now more than ever. Pinnacle is committed to bringing care directly into the community to help solve this crisis,” said Joe Pritchard, CEO of Pinnacle Treatment Centers, who made his personal journey through recovery and is now dedicated to helping others.

Pritchard recognizes the need for outpatient programs that are designed to offer support in managing stress and providing patients with relapse prevention strategies, while connecting them with community support. “We are taking active steps to provide aid to Virginia for substance and opioid use disorder treatment. Virginia has been heavily affected by the opioid epidemic and we are bringing relief directly into the communities being impacted.”

“At Pinnacle Treatment Center, we are committed to providing compassionate and effective addiction treatment services to individuals and families,” said Steven Quackenbush, Executive Director at Front Royal Treatment Center. “The opioid epidemic has taken a huge toll on our state. Our Front Royal location represents an important step in expanding our reach and helping more people overcome the challenges of addiction.”

Front Royal Treatment Center will offer medication-assisted treatment – including methadone and suboxone – coupled with a range of evidence-based therapies and services tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient. These may include individual and group counseling, medication-assisted treatment, cognitive-behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, relapse prevention, family therapy, and more.

In addition to its comprehensive treatment offerings, Front Royal Treatment Center will prioritize creating a supportive and welcoming environment for patients. The facility features comfortable accommodations and modern amenities, designed to foster healing and recovery.

The clinic will be open Mondays through Fridays from 6 – 10 a.m., Saturdays from 7- 10 a.m. and Sundays from 7 – 9 a.m. Anyone needing a free confidential assessment can call (540) 551-4056.

To learn more about Front Royal Treatment Center and the services provided, please visit their website. The facility’s dedicated team is available to answer any questions and assist individuals in taking the first step towards recovery.

About Pinnacle Treatment Centers

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a recognized leader in comprehensive substance use treatment services. Locations include centers in California, Georgia, North Carolina, Indiana, Kentucky, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. A full continuum of quality care includes detoxification for residential and outpatient clients as well as transitional living programs. Pinnacle treats the individual’s physical, emotional, spiritual, and psychological well-being. Each center focuses on patient-centered care and an individualized approach, upholding a high standard of medically assisted treatment and compassionate attention to each patient’s needs. For more information, visit www.pinnacletreatment.com.

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MARTINSVILLE, Indiana – February 13, 2023 – Martinsville’s newest opioid addiction treatment center is now open and serving patients, which completes the Martinsville campus.

Martinsville Treatment Services provides medication-assisted treatment (MAT) on an outpatient basis to adults who have become addicted to heroin, prescription painkillers, and other opioids. The new center is part of the Recovery Works Martinsville campus, which is located at 504 Grand Valley Blvd.

“It is no secret that opioid addiction has had a devastating impact in communities throughout Indiana,” said Martinsville Treatment Services Executive Director Kenisha Peden. “At Martinsville Treatment Services, patients receive the personalized care and compassionate support they need to end their involvement with this dangerous drug, so that they can live much healthier and more hopeful lives.”

The opening of the new center marked the completion of the Recovery Works Martinsville campus, which is the first campus of its kind in Indiana offering a true full continuum of care. In addition to medication-assisted treatment, Recovery Works Martinsville also offers the following services:

• Inpatient detoxification/withdrawal management
• Residential addiction treatment
• Partial hospitalization program (PHP) with nearby supportive housing
• Intensive outpatient program (IOP)
• General outpatient counseling

“With the opening of Martinsville Treatment Services, individuals throughout south central Indiana can now access a full continuum of care in one convenient location,” said Pinnacle Treatment Centers CEO Joe Pritchard. “The Recovery Works Martinsville campus reflects Pinnacle’s mission of removing barriers to treatment and providing the customized services that can transform individuals, families, and communities.”

Features of MAT at Martinsville Treatment Services

Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is an evidence-based approach that incorporates prescription medication and therapy. The medications that are incorporated into MAT can alleviate the symptoms of opioid withdrawal, which can make it easier for a person to end their opioid abuse. The therapeutic component of MAT can help patients develop the skills that will empower them to achieve long-term recovery from opioid addiction.

At Martinsville Treatment Services, patients can receive a prescription for either methadone or Suboxone (which is a combination of buprenorphine and naloxone). These medications have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and decades of research has documented their safety and effectiveness for both short- and long term use.

Individuals who receive care at Martinsville Treatment Services also participate in individual and group therapy sessions. Therapy at the center addresses a variety of important topics, including anger management, life skills, grief and loss, responding to trauma, and preventing relapse. The new center also offers gender-specific therapy groups, as well as specialized programming for pregnant women and new parents.

For additional information about Martinsville Treatment Services or to schedule a free confidential assessment, call 765-516-6292.

About Pinnacle Treatment Centers

Headquartered in Mt. Laurel, New Jersey, Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a recognized leader in comprehensive substance use disorder treatment. Pinnacle serves more than 35,000 patients every day at facilities in California, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. With more than 135 community-based locations, Pinnacle provides a full continuum of quality care, including medically monitored detoxification/withdrawal management, residential addiction treatment, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programming with supportive housing, general outpatient services, and outpatient opioid addiction treatment. For more information, visit pinnacletreatment.com.

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Dedicated to helping adults struggling with substance use and addiction recovery, Niles Treatment Services will provide medication-assisted treatment through medications methadone and buprenorphine (Suboxone) as part of a thorough treatment program which includes individual, group, and family counseling. Patients will have access to other wrap around services like peer support and targeted case management.

“We understand that addiction affects multiple facets of a person’s life. While the physical stabilization through medication is key, that is just one weapon in our arsenal. While the medication takes care of the physical piece by helping with cravings, we can work in parallel to help restore the other areas affected by the disease through counseling, peer support, and case management” said Angelica Brewer, Niles’ Executive Director.

Peer support will provide patients with the encouragement to continue their personal development to develop the skills they need for long-term recovery. “Peer support is just one aspect of the wrap-around services we provide our patients. They have a unique ability to connect with, advocate for, and share experiences with people entering recovery. An often-overlooked aspect of successful recovery is a network of experts equipped with tools to support someone on their journey,” said Jennifer Morgenstern, Pinnacle Treatment Services Regional Director.

Trumbull County, where Niles is located, has one of the highest drug overdose death rates in the state. With Fentanyl on the rise, 2020 saw a death rate increase of 32% according to the Ohio Department of Health.

Multifaceted support and connection to community resources like housing, employment, education, and healthcare is at the forefront of case management efforts. “We have been reaching Ohioans through our network of treatment centers across every level of care, and we hope that those in need of services know that help is available.” said Brian Thorn, COO of Pinnacle Treatment Centers.

Niles Treatment Services accepts Medicaid, commercial insurance, and offers reasonable self-pay rates. The center is open Mondays through Fridays, 5:30 a.m. – 7p.m., and on Saturdays, 5:00 a.m.- 10 a.m. Individuals can call 234-544-3322 for a free, confidential assessment.

Pinnacle’s 20 addiction treatment centers in Ohio include:

1. Akron Treatment Services
2. Athens Treatment Services
3. Brilliant Treatment Services
4. Chillicothe Treatment Services
5. Covedale Treatment Services
6. Dayton Treatment Services
7. Elyria Treatment Services
8. Findlay Treatment Services
9. Georgetown Treatment Services
10. Hamilton Treatment Services
11. Marion Treatment Services
12. Milford Treatment Services
13. Niles Treatment Services
14. Recovery Works Columbus
15. Recovery Works Portage
16. Sandusky Treatment Services
17. Springfield Treatment Services
18. Toledo Treatment Services
19. Youngstown Treatment Services
20. Zanesville Treatment Services

About Pinnacle Treatment Centers

Headquartered in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a recognized leader in comprehensive drug and alcohol addiction treatment serving more than 35,000 patients daily in California, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. With more than 135 community-based locations, Pinnacle provides a full continuum of quality care including medically-monitored detoxification/withdrawal management, Acute psychiatric stabilization for individuals with co-occurring substance use and mental health (dual diagnosis) treatment., residential treatment, partial hospitalization, recovery residences, intensive and general outpatient programming, and outpatient medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder. For more information, visit pinnacletreatment.com.

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