Drugs Used for Addiction Treatment: Opiate/Opioid Substitution
Methadone and Suboxone can be used in opiate/opioid detoxification or as substitute/maintenance medications to replace heroin or other opiates/opioids. Some patients might take these medications for a few weeks or for several months, using it as a bridge to transition to total abstinence. There are also individuals who are not able to achieve and maintain…
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