Suboxone Facts
What is Suboxone?
Suboxone is an addiction medication available by prescription. It is designed to treat individuals suffering from opioid use disorder. It works by eliminating the excruciating symptoms of withdraw and minimizing the intense cravings associated with opioid dependency. Once a client is stabilized on this medication, they can immediately start making changes that support a recovery lifestyle. With these symptoms medically managed patients are equipped to make better choices about their health and begin to stabilize their lives.
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How long will I be on Suboxone?
This is a decision left to the individual and their treatment team. Some choose to come off the medication as quickly as possible, while others choose to find a maintenance dosage and stay on the medication long-term. There is no right or wrong choice. CareForce will never pressure our clients to change their dosage or end their Suboxone therapy prematurely. Just as seeking out treatment needs to be an individual choice, so too is the decision of when to tapper off the medication.
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Will Suboxone make me feel high?
No! Suboxone is a partial opiate agonist, it occupies the opiate receptors in the brain, but does not create euphoria. Most patients report feeling “normal” and for many, it’s the first time in their lives they have felt this way! Breaking this cycle leads to a newfound hope and stability and the opportunity to face life head-on and grow.
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Will I become dependent on Suboxone?
Ending Suboxone therapy abruptly, or trying to go, “cold turkey” off the medication will eventually lead to unpleasant withdraw symptoms. When you are ready to change dosage or stop the medication, your treatment team will create a slow taper schedule, along with additional medications and support to make this process manageable.
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Is Suboxone Safe?
Compared to other prescription and over the counter medications, Suboxone has a very favorable safety profile. When used as directed, Suboxone is normally well tolerated and accidental overdose near impossible. Your treatment team will review the risks and benefits before starting treatment.
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Will I develop a tolerance to Suboxone?
No! This is one of the many benefits that make Suboxone an unique addiction medication. Unlike full opiate agonists such as oxycodone, heroin, or fentanyl, you do not need more and more over time to get the same therapeutic effect. Once you find an effective dose, you will never need more.
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How do I know if Suboxone is right for me?
If you or someone you know is opiate dependent, Suboxone may be the tool needed to break the chains of addiction to these substances. Schedule a thorough, no-cost assessment with our team to find out. We will assess your individual needs and determine the best course of treatment for your situation.
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How do you take Suboxone?
Buprenorphine products are taken sublingually. This means letting it dissolve under the tongue. Suboxone and other buprenorphine products should not be swallowed. Allowing the tablet or film to completely dissolve under the tongue may take between 15-30 minutes. Smoking, eating, and drinking is highly advised against in order to prevent swallowing the medication.
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