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Everyone’s experience with opioid use is different – and their path to recovery should be, too. Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD), like Suboxone, is considered the gold standard and first line of treatment for opioid addiction. Research shows that combining medication with behavioral therapy offers the most effective approach to long-term recovery. That’s why […]

Buprenorphine-naloxone sublingual film is a medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) sold under the brand name Suboxone. Its main uses are preventing cravings and withdrawal symptoms. It has a lower risk of fatal overdose compared to other forms of MOUD, like methadone. Taking high doses doesn’t increase the euphoric effects or the likelihood of overdose.

To reap the rewards of recovery from opioid use disorder (OUD), you first need to make it through the challenging process of detoxification. Chances are, at some point during the process, you’ll experience some withdrawal symptoms.  Medications like Suboxone can help curb withdrawal symptoms. However, some medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) can’t be taken

Suboxone is the gold-standard medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD). People generally achieve the best results in recovery when they receive MOUD, but it may not be the best choice for everyone. It’s also important that people take an active role in their care decisions. This means that they should understand their full range of

Suboxone has had a tremendously positive impact on opioid addiction recovery. It has a much lower potential for illicit use than other medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD). It also makes it harder to get high on other opioids. When people who currently use or formerly used opioids take Suboxone without a prescription, it’s usually

Written by Parker, Public Health Intern at Groups Hi! My name is Parker, and I am an intern here at Groups. My main job while here has been to research the benefits of quitting tobacco or vaping while also quitting opioids. Let me tell you—it will benefit you in the long run to do both!

Success in recovery means something different to everyone. You have many choices to make, including whether you want to stay on a maintenance dose of Suboxone or stop taking it. You should work closely with care providers who respect your wishes. They should provide education to help you fully understand your options.  There’s a pervasive

Opioids are both addictive drugs and powerful painkillers. They can create euphoric effects in the short term. This is why people may seek them out without a prescription. However, as people take potent opioids for longer periods, they start to become chemically dependent. This means they’ll start to have withdrawal symptoms when they stop taking

Buprenorphine is a key ingredient in a number of treatments for opioid addiction. If you’re looking into treatment options for opioid use disorder (OUD), you may have come across medications like Belbuca and Suboxone, but you may not be sure what makes these medications different from each other. Understanding the differences can help ensure that

Suboxone is a medication used to help people recovering from opioid use disorder (OUD). It contains two active ingredients: buprenorphine and naloxone. Buprenorphine helps reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms, while naloxone helps prevent misuse. Getting the right Suboxone dose is important. The right dose can help you manage cravings and keep withdrawal symptoms under control.