Here are some reasons why:
We know withdraw symptoms can feel unconfortable, but you can talk to your Outreach provider about our Medicated Assisted Treatment options:
SUBOXONE® (buprenorphine and naloxone) is an FDA approved medication that is used to fight opioid or painkiller addiction. It suppresses withdrawal symptoms and drug cravings while blocking the effects of other opioids for at least 24 hours. Buprenorphine does not cause the euphoria that opioid drugs are associated with so its abuse potential is lower than methadone and other alternative medications. Our physicians will assess your current situation and put you on a prescription regimen that will give you the best chance of success. Comes in film or tablet.
Vivitrol is a substance abuse medication that is an injectable form of naltrexone. It is an addiction medication that has helped many individuals remain drug-free during their initial recovery period. It has been used to treat both alcohol and opioid drug abuse by many addiction doctors. Vivitrol is given monthly, it’s considered to be one of the most convenient ways to remember to take the drug. 30 Day injection
Zubsolv is similar to Suboxone in results but has some added benefits that patients like—notably taste, dissolve time, and price. Small Tablet Form
The FDA approved Indivior’s Sublocade, an extended-release buprenorphine injection for the treatment of moderate-to-severe opioid addiction in patients who have initiated treatment with Suboxone. Sublocade is the first approved buprenorphine injection for the treatment of opioid addiction.
Designed with four, small rods, the implant is placed under the skin in the upper part of your arm. The procedure for implantation takes approximately 10-15 minutes and can be done in an outpatient setting, such as your doctor’s office.
Once implanted, Probuphine will continuously deliver buprenorphine to your body for six months. At the end of treatment, the device is removed in a procedure that takes roughly 20 minutes