SUBOXONE TREATMENT
Suboxone is a renowned medication-assisted treatment (MAT) that helps patients in their recovery from addiction to opioids. It is a partial opioid agonist, which means it shares some of the physiological effects of an opioid, but in a less powerful way, which reduces the risk of abuse. It also assists in alleviating any side effects a patient could experience after stopping the use of other medications.
Suboxone and Its Composition
Suboxone is prescribed to patients who have an addiction to illegal opioids (heroin) or oxycodone. Suboxone mainly consists of Buprenorphine and Naloxone, both of which prevent and manage withdrawal symptoms.
The Benefits of Suboxone Treatment
There are four significant advantages of Suboxone treatment:
● Reduction in cravings
● Lower abuse risks
● Affordable options
● High success rates
Suboxone treatment is highly effective when it comes to stabilizing symptoms, allowing professionals to shift their behavioral therapy as part of addiction treatment.
Things to Consider Before Taking Suboxone Pills
Long-term users may face withdrawal symptoms when they attempt to stop using it.
Suboxone Side Effects
To make a well-informed decision on whether to use suboxone, you should be aware of the following factors.
Side effects of suboxone include the following:
● Sleep issues
● Headaches
● Anxiety
● Insomnia
● Nausea
● Abdominal cramps
● Body aches
● Numbness or redness in the mouth
● Discomfort in the tongue
● Stomach discomfort
● Constipation
● Back discomfort
Suboxone has the potential to lead to physical dependence and drug addiction since, despite not producing the same intense high as other opioids, it continues to be a partial opioid agonist. If you use suboxone incorrectly, you run the risk of becoming addicted to it, which is why suboxone should be taken exactly as prescribed.
Effects of Other Drugs When Combined with Suboxone
When taken with Suboxone, some medications, herbal remedies, and supplements may have unwanted side effects.
The drugs that may create difficulties if taken with Suboxone are mentioned below:
● Acetaminophen
● Cholesterol-lowering medications
● Fluoxetine
● HIV-treatment drugs
● Niacin
● Oral contraceptives
● Verapamil
It is important to discuss all medications and supplements that you are taking with your provider before starting Suboxone.
What to Avoid While Taking Suboxone
● Alcohol
● Sedatives
● Opioid painkillers like morphine, oxycodone, hydrocodone, or codeine
● Hard drugs
If you are interested in professional support for opioid use disorder, please contact us at Pain Treatment Centers of America, the region’s largest and most comprehensive pain management practice. We have several multiple locations to best serve our patients. Contact us for more information!
