Oxycodone (Oxycontin®), an opioid typically prescribed for pain management, is incredibly popular in the United States. Tennessee is no exception with an estimated 4,715,782 painkiller prescriptions dispensed in 2021. If you’ve recently undergone surgery, are managing an injury, or you’re living with chronic pain, you may have been given a prescription for oxycodone. Taking a […]
The Department of Transportation isn’t exactly known for its simple hiring process. Anyone who wants to work for the DOT needs to become certified, acquire a special identification number, and receive a thorough physical examination. In many states, truckers need to acquire a DOT medical card (more accurately known as a Medical Examiner’s Certificate). These […]
Substance use disorders (SUD) and depression often go hand-in-hand. According to SAMHSA, having any kind of mental illness puts you at risk of developing an addiction to alcohol or other drugs. When both a mental disorder and SUD happen at the same time, it’s called a co-occurring disorder. Over 9 million people are currently living […]
If you’ve ever had an opioid dependence, you might be familiar with buprenorphine (Suboxone®). buprenorphine (Suboxone®) is a Schedule III narcotic medication prescribed for those who are looking to end their opioid use. It’s a mixture of buprenorphine (an opioid agonist) and naloxone (an opioid antagonist). It binds to opioid receptors in the brain, tricking […]
Buprenorphine (Suboxone®) is the brand name for many drugs used to treat those with opioid use disorder includes two main ingredients: Buprenorphine and Naloxone, which act to block opioid receptors, decrease cravings, and reverse the effect opioids have on the body. When combined to create Buprenorphine (Suboxone®), these drugs work together to prevent withdrawal […]
Buprenorphine (Suboxone®) is an incredibly effective tool that increases the likelihood that a person avoids relapse by blocking the effects of an opioid. In some studies, Buprenorphine (Suboxone®) has reduced relapse rates by 75%. Buprenorphine (Suboxone®) should always be used under the supervision of medical professionals who can adjust your dose and ensure that […]
Buprenorphine (Suboxone®) is a medication that can provide much relief to those wanting to overcome opioid dependency. If you’re taking buprenorphine (Suboxone®), you may wonder: What are some of the reasons a person may want to taper off buprenorphine (Suboxone®)? How do I taper off buprenorphine (Suboxone®)? If you’re less familiar with buprenorphine (Suboxone®), you […]
How Long Does Suboxone® Block Opiates You just started taking medication for opioid use disorder (OUD). Naturally, you may have a couple of questions about it and how it works. You don’t want to relapse and want to greatly reduce the risk of that, so you want to know how long the effects of the […]
It’s Not Working: Is My Buprenorphine (Suboxone®) Dose Too Low? Every patient is different. This is something we continue to say because it rings true in every case. While some patients might do well with one form of treatment, other patients might be better suited for other forms of treatment. This goes for medicine, too. […]
