depression and buprenorphine

Suboxone Treatment can Help

Suboxone and Suicide

Today I came across an article about a study that showed a reduction in suicidal ideation caused by buprenorphine.  The dose of buprenorphine used in the study was lower than doses used for treating opioid dependence, ranging from 100-800 micrograms taken sublingually.   Buprenorphine was administered for up to four weeks in the study. Read more…

By J Junig MD PhD, ago
Opioid withdrawal stinks

Depression… Should I Stay On Suboxone?

Hi, I wrote in this morning asking for your opinion on taking suboxone for depression and severe anxiety. I can not find my post or comment, although I had not signed up for the site until this recent comment. I’m just wondering where my comment went and if it was Read more…

By J Junig MD PhD, ago