In response to the comments about methadone… I am not aware of the idea that a person’s choice of Suboxone vs methadone should be dictated by their tolerance level, and I certainly do not agree with that idea. I also do not see any advantages of methadone over Suboxone when it comes to maintenance treatment … [Read more…]
I received a letter today– a person discussing the use of opiates by a family member with chronic pain. I was not sure if the letter was asking questions about my opinions, or was instead arguing that my ideas were off-base. In either case it is worth publishing, as several topics are discussed. As per … [Read more…]
A reader writes: I have been taking Suboxone for 2 months now and it has changed my life! I finally feel a freedom I haven’t felt in over 30 years! I am a nurse and am able to work around and administer narcotics with absolutely no thoughts, urges, or cravings…a miracle for me. BUT, the … [Read more…]
A note from a reader with a question about Suboxone: Suboxone has really worked for me in getting off vicodin.But I have been unable to stop taking Suboxone.It occurred to me recently that this may turn into a lifelong dependency.If so, what are the long-term side effects of Suboxone? Thanks so much, My Answer: Suboxone … [Read more…]
By now almost every opiate addict has heard of Suboxone, a medication for opiate dependence that has been around for about ten years. I admit to mixed feelings about Suboxone based on what I have seen and heard while treating well over 100 patients over the past two years. I also acknowledge that my opinions … [Read more…]
I am going to move this question to a new post so that everyone can read it: hi, i am in recoverery and was injured, was on percocets for about three months. i kinds detoxed with a lower dose of opiates but then took a few days worth again after a hard weekend. a few … [Read more…]
This new patient has been on suboxone for two weeks, and reports having low back pain and a runny nose. He also feels that the 16 mg dose of Suboxone that he takes in the morning wears off by the end of the day. You can read my answer, and feel free to add your … [Read more…]
Nausea is not uncommon in patients starting Suboxone. Please read what I wrote to this patient: Nausea usually comes about if the opiate effect of the suboxone is stronger than what you were used to. Reduce the dose to half a pill per day– that will be enough to prevent withdrawal (even a quarter of … [Read more…]