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Drug testing: Why we do it and what to expect if you don’t pass
Drug testing is a common aspect of treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD), but it can be stressful. At Groups, we ask our members to do weekly urine screens. These are confidential between each person and their care team. Unlike other treatment centers, we don’t kick people out or judge them for positive results. Recovery
How can you tell if your Suboxone dose is too low? 8 signs to watch for
Suboxone is a medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) that helps people recover from opioid addiction). Like with any medicine, getting the dosage right for Suboxone is important. For Suboxone in particular, it can plateau or lose some of its effects at higher doses. It can also have more side effects at higher doses. On
4 ways you can get a Suboxone prescription
Suboxone is currently one of the gold standard treatments for opioid use disorder (OUD) because it’s safer than other options and it makes it harder to get “high” on opioids. Studies have shown that people are more likely to succeed in recovery from opioid use disorder (OUD) when they take MOUD. It decreases the risk
If you’re ready for addiction help, here’s where you can start
Choosing when and how to begin recovery from opioid use is a highly personal decision that no one can make but you. When people start treatment without really thinking it through, or because someone else says they should, they aren’t as likely to be successful. Although using again after some time in recovery isn’t usually
What does long-term substance use disorder treatment look like?
Treatment for substance use disorder (SUD) should ultimately support the life you want to live. There are different philosophies out there about what methods are most helpful and effective. Most treatment centers offer some type of counseling, support groups, or both. Some offer medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) and care from a licensed clinician.
Can you take Suboxone while you’re on Xanax?
Suboxone is a medication that helps people recover from opioid use disorder (OUD). Both Suboxone and benzodiazepines (often called benzos) cause central nervous system (CNS) depression. Combining these types of drugs in high doses can cause a person’s breathing to slow or stop. For example, combining high doses of Suboxone, which is a partial opioid
