Dr. Walker
Suboxone
Buprenorphine is a medication that can be used to treat opioid use disorder (OUD). It is a partial opioid agonist, which means that it binds to opioid receptors in the brain but does not produce the same level of euphoria or respiratory depression as full opioid agonists such as heroin or methadone.
Buprenorphine is a safe and effective treatment for OUD. It can help to reduce withdrawal symptoms, cravings, and the risk of overdose. Buprenorphine is available in a variety of forms, including sublingual tablets, films, and injections.
Buprenorphine can be prescribed by a doctor who is certified to treat OUD. Treatment with buprenorphine usually includes counseling and other services to help patients achieve long-term recovery.
How Buprenorphine Works
Buprenorphine works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain. When buprenorphine binds to these receptors, it blocks the effects of other opioids, such as heroin or methadone. This can help to reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings.
Buprenorphine also has a ceiling effect, which means that it cannot produce the same level of euphoria or respiratory depression as full opioid agonists. This makes it less likely that buprenorphine will be abused or misused.
Benefits of Buprenorphine Treatment
Buprenorphine offers a number of benefits for people with OUD, including:
Improved quality of life
Reduced risk of overdose
Increased chances of long-term recovery
Buprenorphine is a safe and effective treatment for OUD. If you or someone you know is struggling with OUD, please talk to a doctor about buprenorphine treatment.
Vivitrol
Vivitrol is an injectable medication that can be used to help people maintain abstinence from opioids and alcohol. It is the brand name for the medication naltrexone, which is also available in an oral tablet form. Vivitrol is administered once per month as an intramuscular injection.
It is important for people who are taking Vivitrol to be abstinent from opioids and alcohol for at least 7-10 days before starting treatment. This is because Vivitrol can block the effects of opioids, which can lead to withdrawal symptoms if the person is still using opioids.
Vivitrol is a safe and effective treatment for opioid and alcohol dependence. It can help people to stay sober and reduce the risk of relapse. If you or someone you know is struggling with opioid or alcohol addiction, talk to your doctor about Vivitrol treatment.
How Does It Work
Naltrexone is a medication that can help people who are addicted to alcohol or opioids. It works by blocking the effects of these substances, which can help to reduce cravings and prevent relapse.
Naltrexone is available in two forms: an oral tablet and an injectable form called Vivitrol. The oral tablet is taken once daily, while Vivitrol is injected once a month.
Naltrexone works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain. When naltrexone binds to these receptors, it blocks the effects of other opioids, such as heroin or prescription painkillers. This can help to reduce cravings and prevent relapse.
If a person who is taking naltrexone relapses and uses opioids, they will not experience the same high as they would if they were not taking naltrexone. This is because naltrexone will block the effects of the opioids.
Naltrexone is a safe and effective treatment for alcohol and opioid addiction. It can help people to stay sober and reduce the risk of relapse.
