Inside Suboxone Addiction
Suboxone is a medication designed to ease the withdrawal symptoms associated with opioid addiction, whether from legal or controlled substances. Suboxone also acts as a painkiller to help ease the transition period for substance abusers, making it easier to prevent relapse.
This medication is now generally favored over medications like methadone, which can be habit-forming. Our Suboxone doctors in Charleston are cautious and prescribe just the right amount to help you on your journey to sobriety without causing new problems.
Signs & Symptoms
If you find that addiction is causing you to have constant cravings for the substance which is interfering with your ability to live your everyday life, you may have a problem. You might also find that you experience shakes, headaches, stress, anxiety, sweating, diarrhea, and other symptoms too.
Lantana Recovery is a Charleston treatment center where you can get help. Our specially-trained doctors can use controlled medication like Suboxone to help you get past your addiction and return to a life of control. If you’re experiencing signs and symptoms of opioid addiction, we can help you to get through it.
Suboxone Outpatient Treatment Center in Charleston
Getting substance abuse treatment is difficult, and we understand that people have work, family, and personal responsibilities to uphold during their recovery process. Our Charleston Treatment Center offers an intensive outpatient program that allows you to come in at times that are convenient for you.
Our specialized doctors use medication-assisted treatment to help you combat your addiction and fight the withdrawal and pain that many people suffer from. With our help, you can regain your self-reliance and confidence, rediscovering a life where you aren’t dependent on substance use to get you through the day.
Withdrawal Timelines
Once you stop taking a substance you’ve become addicted to, you typically undergo an unpleasant withdrawal period. Typically, the first week is the hardest, with the effects peaking around days 4 to 7. You might notice anxiety, sweating, muscle aches, chills, nausea, vomiting, trouble sleeping, and several other symptoms.
After the first week, the effects of withdrawal tend to decline and become easier to manage. You’ll usually experience the effects of withdrawal for around 1 month, but they can occur for several months depending on your usage. Suboxone acts as a painkiller and helps to reduce your chances of relapse by making the withdrawal timeline easier to cope with.
Experienced Suboxone Doctors You Can Trust
Our Suboxone doctors in Charleston are all specially trained and qualified to prescribe buprenorphine (Suboxone) in adequate doses to aid your recovery. In-depth scientific research and evidence have suggested that buprenorphine is effective for treating marginalized heroin and opioid users.
The team of healthcare professionals here at Lantana Recovery can advise you on side effects and medications to avoid while taking Suboxone. For example, the drug is often not suitable for those taking antidepressants, anxiety medication, tranquilizers, antihistamines or sleeping pills. It may also not be suitable for those with kidney disease, liver disease, head injuries, scoliosis, enlarged prostate, breathing issues, and other conditions.
The doctors here at Lantana Recovery carefully consult your medical history and records, inquire about your personal life and addiction habits to make sure they prescribe just the right amount of Suboxone for your needs. Ultimately, we aim to give you the tools necessary to overcome your substance abuse issues and start enjoying life again.
