SUBOXONE TREATMENT FOR OPIOID ADDICTION

Suboxone® is an FDA-approved medication that is used in treating opioid addiction. It contains Buprenorphine and Naloxone, which helps block the addictive effects of opioid use and prevents withdrawal symptoms.

It comes in the form of a sublingual strip, which you can take in your home. This medication is preferred by many doctors because of its numerous benefits and fewer risks.

Suboxone has demonstrated effectiveness in multiple areas. These areas include:

• Reducing cravings for opioids
• Reversing overdoses
• Reduction of mood swings or anxiety levels related to drug use,
• Increasing long-term abstinence rates when used properly under medical supervision.

When considering whether Suboxone treatment could be right for you, it is essential to examine your current situation. Do you need assistance managing withdrawal symptoms? Are there underlying psychological issues contributing to your drug use? Have you tried other treatments without success? Once you have answered these questions honestly, you can decide if this type of therapy could benefit your recovery from opioid addiction.

Suboxone is a prescription medication used to treat opioid use disorder. It is a combination of two drugs, buprenorphine and naloxone. It is used to reduce cravings and manage symptoms of opioid withdrawal. Suboxone is effective in helping individuals struggling with opioid addiction.

Suboxone works by binding to the brain receptors that cause cravings associated with opioids like heroin or prescription painkillers. This helps reduce cravings while suppressing physical symptoms of withdrawal, such as nausea or body aches. Suboxone can be used for long-term maintenance therapy to promote recovery from opioid use disorder.

There are potential benefits of using Suboxone for treating opioid addiction. These benefits include:

• Reduced cravings
• Less intense physical symptoms
• Improved focus
• Improved ability to participate in counseling or other treatment for substance abuse disorders.

However, there are also risks associated with taking this medication. These risks include potential overdose, respiratory depression if combined with benzodiazepines, liver damage when taken regularly over long periods of time, and withdrawal symptoms when stopped abruptly after extended use.

To start treatment with Suboxone, schedule an appointment with our office to find out more. We will together explore what medications would work best for you given your history and current health status, prescribe the correct dosage, and monitor any side effects that may arise while using this medication.

It is crucial to understand how Suboxone works before deciding to use it as part of your opioid addiction treatment plan. Suboxone binds to the same receptors in your brain as opioids without producing a "high" or euphoric feeling. This helps reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms and blocks the effect of other opioids. 

It is essential to understand the benefits and risks associated with taking Suboxone before starting treatment. Headache, nausea/vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, drowsiness, and dizziness are this medication's most common side effects. However, long-term use may lead to tolerance and misuse, potentially leading to overdose without adequate monitoring.

At Premier Spine Pain and Rehabilitation, our addiction treatment team can provide vital information regarding available options for Suboxone treatment for opioid addiction. We offer quality care tailored to meet each individual's needs throughout their journey toward recovery!