Question 1

what is suboxone?

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For Opiate Addiction: Suboxone contains Buprenorphine plus a short acting opiate blocker called naloxone. Buprenorphine is a semi-synthetic partial opiate agonist. That means, it has very unique properties compared with other opiates like hydrocodone and oxycodone. Suboxone can take away the cravings for opiates so the addict can work on figuring out why he or she takes opiates in the first place. Suboxone saves lives.

Question 2

informatin about suboxone?

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Suboxone: Do a google search and you will find a wealth of information.

Question 3

how do suboxone tapers work?

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Slowly: Tapering off suboxone(a combination of 2 potent medicine in and of themselves) is something that should be done slowly; and under the guidance of an addiction medicine specialist.  Tapering too quickly has it's own 'side-effects', and the tendency to relapse grows greatly.  Best of luck!

Question 4

why would a person take suboxone?

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Opiate addiction: Suboxone may be used as a maintenance medication to support recovery from opiate addiction.

Question 5

what forms does suboxone come in?

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Suboxone: Tablets or Films.

Question 6

how can you stop shooting suboxone?

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Easy : Take it under the tongue. Your addiction to opiates and irrational action of shooting up suboxone, suggests significant impulse control and behavioral issues. Will likely benefit most from intensive 3 month + rehab. Suggest your find yourself an addiction psychiatrist for life.

Question 7

does suboxone make you gain weight?

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SHOULDN'T: Shouldn't may be that you are doing better and not chasing drugs. Getting healthier. Keep up the good work!

Question 8

how long should i take suboxone for?

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Varies a lot!: The duration of Suboxone maintenance varies from individual to individual.  The average interval is 6-24 months.

Question 9

i need to be but on suboxone can u do?

Accepted Answer

FIND A DOCTOR: You have to seek a qualified doctor that specializes in Opioid Use Disorder and has done the training and has a waiver to prescribe Suboxone. There are many out there can go to the Suboxone website for names. Good for you for wanting treatment Best of luck!

Question 10

how lon does a person stay on suboxone?

Accepted Answer

It Depends: Each case is different. The length of time a person may need to stay on Suboxone may depend on several factors including the length of time the person abused opiates, how potent was the opiate abused, how high a daily dose, the route they used (i.e. Intravenous, intranasal, by mouth, etc) and finally, whether the person has a family history of addictions. Slowly tapering Suboxone is usually best.

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