Articles on Suboxone and Opioid Dependence

Suboxone and Subutex: Is there a Difference?

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, over 4 million people have abused opioid pain relievers in the past month. This statistic is staggering, and it points to the desperate need for treatment options when it comes to opiate dependence. Fortunately, in recent years there have been a number of advances in ….

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Will Buprenorphine Injections Really Reduce Relapse Rates?

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, “The FDA has approved” several buprenorphine products, including a buccal film, a film, a sublingual tablet, and several transmucosal products that help treat opioid dependence. The most commonly prescribed of these drugs is Suboxone, which contains both buprenorphine and naloxone. While the naloxone in the ….

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Suboxone versus Methadone Rehab Centers: Is there a difference?

Many people think opiate treatments are all the same. The two major drugs on the market for preventing opiate withdrawal are methadone and Suboxone. These are two very different drugs and are never prescribed together. There are also subtle differences between the rehab centers that handle Suboxone and methadone, although some centers handle both. Due ….

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Suboxone Treatment in a Doctor’s Office: How Does It Work?

As stated by the Santa Clara County Government, “Unlike methadone and other clinics, the Suboxone Treatment Program is office-based.” Though some rehab centers do still offer buprenorphine treatment to patients, most individuals prefer the perks of getting their Suboxone from a doctor’s office. But how does office-based Suboxone treatment work? Office-based vs. Clinic-based Treatment Methadone, ….

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Do I Need Inpatient Care for Suboxone Addiction?

Normally, most individuals with opioid addiction do not require inpatient care. However, the severity of one’s condition may increase the necessity for a more intensive treatment option like inpatient care, and addiction to a drug like Suboxone does often occur in one who has already struggled with addiction for a long time. Ultimately, it depends ….

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How do you Know Suboxone is Right for You?

With all of the treatments available for opiate addiction, it is difficult to know which one is right for you. The first step is to talk to your doctor about your options. They will usually mention all of the different types of treatment for your addiction. It is up to you to know which treatment ….

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5 Things to Consider Before Taking Suboxone

Suboxone is rapidly becoming a popular treatment for opiate addiction and opiate withdrawal. It promises fewer withdrawal symptoms and an easier withdrawal period, according to its manufacturer, Indivior Inc. When searching for a treatment for opiate withdrawal, Suboxone does have a proven record for easing withdrawal symptoms but there are a few things that you ….

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Subutex Side Effects to Be Aware Of

Subutex is a medication approved for the treatment of opiate dependence. It contains the active ingredients buprenorphine hydrochloride and naloxone hydrochloride dihydrate. It also goes by the name of buprenorphine, and works to reduce opiate cravings. The side effects of Subutex are many and varied. They range from something mild, such as cold or flu-like ….

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How Does Suboxone Work?

If you are interested in the use of Suboxone to overcome an addiction, it is important to learn as much as possible about this medication. Not only should you become familiar with the pros and cons of using the medication, but you also need to know how it works. This will allow you to better ….

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