Medication-assisted treatment
Treatment may include medication, clinical monitoring, counseling or behavioral health referrals, and recovery support — shaped around your needs and preferences.
Medications
Buprenorphine is an evidence-based medication used to treat opioid use disorder. Suboxone combines buprenorphine with naloxone. It can help reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings. The timing of starting treatment must be determined by a qualified clinician to reduce the risk of precipitated withdrawal.
Methadone is an established medication for opioid use disorder. For OUD treatment it is generally provided through federally certified opioid treatment programs, subject to applicable rules. If methadone is being considered, you may need a referral to an appropriate program.
Naltrexone is an opioid antagonist that can treat opioid use disorder in appropriate patients. Patients must be opioid-free for a clinically appropriate period before starting, because starting too soon can cause severe withdrawal. A qualified clinician must determine eligibility and timing.
These medications are not interchangeable. A qualified medical professional must determine which treatment is appropriate for you.
Your journey
Eligibility, timing, and medication choice depend on a clinical assessment. We can't promise immediate medication initiation or specific results.
FAQ
Individual treatment decisions require a clinical assessment.
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