Connecticut Suboxone Doctors
Opiate dependence often results mistakenly after an individual is prescribed prescription pain medications such as Oxycontin or Oxycodone for treatment of a legitimate pain associated with injury or illness. Unfortunately, when opiate dependence sets in, no matter how hard you try to quit or how much you want to quit using drugs it maybe hard. In Connecticut, Suboxone doctors offer relief from opiate dependence by providing medically assisted opiate addiction treatment that wards off withdrawal symptoms and fights cravings.
What is Suboxone? More information on Suboxone.com
Suboxone is a combination drug that contains both buprenorphine and naloxone. Buprenorphine is an opioid that tricks the body into thinking that it is still getting “high.” This prevents the user from feeling symptoms of withdrawal that would otherwise be a significant challenge in opiate addiction recovery. Naloxone is an opiate blocker that reverses the effects of opiates and other narcotics effectively deeming the use of these drugs ineffective.
Together, the active ingredients in Suboxone work to provide relief from the cravings and withdrawal symptoms that the user would otherwise have trouble coping with. This allows the addict to focus more time on healing psychologically and physically without the worry of cravings for heroin or prescription painkillers getting in the way of recovery.
Important Information About Suboxone
The risk of serious side effects, overdose or death increases if you take Suboxone in a way other than prescribed. This medication is administered sublingually under the tongue and should be left to fully dissolve. Do not chew or swallow the medication as this can lead to serious side effects including moderate to severe opiate withdrawal symptoms.
Your Connecticut Suboxone doctor will provide you with details on dosing. Follow the dosing instructions carefully to ensure that you are taking the correct amount of Suboxone, at the correct times and in the correct manner. This will ensure you get the most out of your treatment and that you are safe along the way.
Suboxone can interact with other drugs or alcohol causing adverse reactions. If you are an alcoholic or if you drink or use other drugs regularly, consult with your Connecticut Suboxone doctor about your history of drug or alcohol abuse prior to taking Suboxone. Some people should not use Suboxone; this will be determined by your Connecticut doctor.
Suboxone may cause impaired judgment and thought processes. When you first start taking Suboxone it's important to avoid working with heavy machinery or equipment that could pose risks or dangers to yourself or to others. You may be drowsy or fatigued when you first start taking Suboxone. Before you return to normal functioning and activities you should take some time to get to know how Suboxone will interact with you and how you will feel.
Suboxone Side Effects More information on SuboxoneDrugRehabs.com
When you take any medication there are risks associated. Suboxone can lead to a wide range of side effects, mostly not emergency in scope, that you should be aware of. Talk with your Connecticut Suboxone doctor about the side effects that you should expect and if you continue to experience side effects after you have allowed your body time to adjust to taking the new medication, your Connecticut doctor may be able to provide you with details or remedies that can help to reduce the side effects.
Pay very close attention and seek emergency medical treatment if any of the following side effects appear when taking Suboxone for the treatment of opiate dependence:
- Hives or itching
- Swelling of the face or neck
- Swelling of the throat or difficulty breathing
- Shallow or slowed breathing
These side effects may signify that you are having an allergic reaction to Suboxone and need further treatment. Your Connecticut Suboxone doctor may request that you take your first dose of Suboxone in his or her presence to ensure that there will be no allergic reaction. If this is the case you will take the medication in the doctor's office and then wait a short period of time to allow the doctor to see how the drug affects you and whether changes to the dose should be made.
Getting sober with the help of Suboxone is possible but it will take time, commitment and your will to do what you know is right. You may meet a number of challenges along the way but if you stick with the treatment plan, work closely with your Connecticut Suboxone doctor and do your best, there's a good chance that you will make a full, lasting recovery that changes your life forever.