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How Long Does Alcohol Detox Take? A Day-by-Day Timeline

Most alcohol detox lasts about 5 to 10 days, but the timeline depends on your history. Here's what each phase actually feels like, and why supervision matters.

Mileidys Gomez Gonzalez, MD

June 12, 2026

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