08/01/2016
We provide our clients with Methadone and Suboxone Therapy Methadone Therapy Methadone is a replacement therapy for the treatment of the physical and psychological dependence (aka "addiction") to op**te class drugs. It is recommended that methadone be paired with case management or counseling services. For those who are op**te addicted, methadone is a long acting medication that can prevent withdrawal for 24 hours with one daily dose without you ever feeling intoxicated, "high" or sedated. Treatment goals are up to the client, meaning cutting down on use or stopping completely. Suboxone Therapy Suboxone is the trade name of a medication that contains buprenorphine and naloxone. When used properly by a physician who prescribes a therapeutic dose, Suboxone virtually eliminates cravings for he**in or op**tes in persons addicted to these substances. It can be taken once per day and, like methadone, will stop the cravings and withdrawal symptoms associate with he**in/op**te addiction. Benefits of Methadone / Suboxone Treatment · When prescribed by a physician in a treatment program, Methadone/Suboxone is legal. · One dose can prevent withdrawal symptoms and cravings for 24-36 hours, which stops the need to use pills. · It is safer than snorting, crushing or injections other op**tes. The exact potency is known. You know where you're getting; and who you're getting it from, when and how. You know it's not cut with anything. · Methadone / Suboxone keep the patient comfortable and free from craving street opioids · The need to participate in the high risk behaviors such as crime and/or prostitution in order to afford pills is lessened. · Regular connection with professionals and medical staff who understand, care and can help and support you if you struggle. · The use of needles lessens which also reduces the risk of blood borne diseases such as Hepatitis C or HIV/AIDS. · Methadone/Suboxone allows op**te addicted people to have a balanced life with the focus on school, work and family instead of constantly looking for illegal drugs .
