Suboxone (buprenorphine) is an FDA-approved opioid medication used in treating opioid dependence. It is effective for treating opioid withdrawal and preventing relapse to opioid use. Suboxone is the brand name for a prescription medication used in treating those addicted to opioids, illegal or prescription. It contains the ingredients buprenorphine and naloxone. Buprenorphine, a partial opioid agonist, blocks the opiate receptors and reduces a person’s urges. The second ingredient, naloxone, helps reverse the effects of opioids. Together, these drugs work to prevent withdrawal symptoms associated with opioid addiction.

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Is there a way to detect fentanyl in heroin?

Everyone is different. The time in treatment varies from patient to patient.

We often times here this question from concerned family members and patients, but we most certainly do not see it that way. Nor do the patients we treat.

Methadone and Suboxone treatments are vastly different, but patients can switch from a methadone treatment program to a Suboxone program.

Progress of our patients is tracked through monthly appointments with both the counselor and physician.

Most patients will be seen once a month. There are exceptions The exceptions to this are your first visit, and if any issues arise during your treatment.

If you need pain medications for a procedure or surgery, then we will work closely with your other providers. Having this concern is a very good sign!

In the wrong hands, any opioid based medication can become addictive or abused. So the short answer is yes!

After being on Suboxone for a period of time, it is not unusual to lose track of your dosing. For one thing, you forget because you're feeling better. It may be a sign that you're ready to taper your dosages.