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Subutex Addiction

When the time comes to walk away from drugs like heroin, physicians often prescribe medication to help with common withdrawal symptoms. While methadone is one of the most popular options, Subutex is starting to gain traction because there is no need to go to a clinic each day to get the medication. Instead, it can be something that goes home with a person, allowing them to manage the dosing on their own rather than have daily treatments interrupt their lives.

3 Minute Read | Published Jan 19 2024 | Updated Mar 05 2024 Expert Verified
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Despite the instructions given by a physician, there are still issues with patients becoming addicted to Subutex. If you saw this medication as a way to solve an opioid addiction only to find that it created its own set of problems, BetterAddictionCare can help. Using our recovery network, each with highly trained staff members skilled in dealing with Subutex addiction, we can find the right treatment center for you. If your goal is addiction recovery, fill out our contact form to learn more about the multiple options both near you and nationwide and let us help you choose the one that’s best for you.

There are several reasons why patients become addicted to Subutex. Sometimes, it is the result of patients not following a doctor’s instructions. By taking more medication, many attempt to find the sense of euphoria that often accompanies opioid addiction. Still others look to inject Subutex or even inhale it in order to get high. In both cases, abuse of the drug could lead to severe consequences.

Without professional treatment, Subutex addiction rarely ends well. One of the biggest risks associated with buprenorphine, the active ingredient in Subutex, is respiratory depression. Breathing can start to become a struggle, resulting in the need for emergency medical attention. Problems breathing can be exacerbated when alcohol or other opioids are also present in the system. Sometimes, an addict who also has alcohol use issues will need treatment to break free from Subutex and get sober simultaneously.

As with any type of addiction, it is important to find the top facilities that offer an individualized treatment plan for each patient. In addition to dealing with the physical symptoms that accompany withdrawal, addiction counseling can also be beneficial. Alternative rehab programs attempt to treat the entire patient, mind and body, in order to find a way to successfully leave addiction behind and start healing.

Are you looking for the program best for you and your family as you break free from a Subutex addiction? Don’t replace one opioid addiction with another. We can help you find cost-effective options, including locations that accept private insurance to ensure that treatment is affordable. Call today to speak with a counselor and find out how we can help you take the first steps toward addiction recovery. Our services are 100% confidential, and we pride ourselves on finding the right rehab opportunity for each of our clients.

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