However, they will likely monitor the start of your treatment closely. They may require you to come to their office to get the medication.
They may also observe you taking the drug. Over time, however, your doctor will likely allow you to manage your own treatment. If you take more methadone or Suboxone than your doctor or clinic prescribes, it can cause an overdose.
This can even lead to death. Because both methadone and Suboxone are opioids, they can cause addiction and withdrawal symptoms.
As a Schedule II drug, methadone has a higher risk of misuse than Suboxone. Symptoms of withdrawal from either medication can vary widely in severity from one person to another. Typically, withdrawal from methadone can last about 2 to 3 weeks , while symptoms of withdrawal from Suboxone can last from one to several months.
If you need to stop taking your drug, your doctor will slowly lower your dosage over time to help prevent withdrawal symptoms. For more information, read about coping with opiate withdrawal or going through methadone withdrawal. Suboxone and methadone can also cause withdrawal syndrome in a newborn if you take either drug during pregnancy. You may notice:.
Both methadone and Suboxone can interact with other medications. In fact, methadone and Suboxone share many of the same drug interactions. Methadone and Suboxone can cause problems if you take them when you have certain health issues. If you have any of these, you should discuss your safety with your doctor before taking methadone or Suboxone:.
Methadone and Suboxone have many similarities and some key differences. Some of the more important differences between these drugs may include their:. Your doctor can tell you more about these differences. If you need treatment for opioid addiction, your doctor is the best place to start. They can recommend the best drug to help you get healthy. I was scared to death. On my drive home that day, I decided it was time to break free of the methadone clinic.
Instead of properly tapering off methadone, I jumped off cold turkey. Something I would never recommend to anyone. By day two I was drenched in sweat but felt like I was freezing. My bones ached. I had no desire to move, but the bouts of vomiting and diarrhea forced me from the bed to the bathroom more times than I can count.
And while the physical withdrawal symptoms were bad, I think the mental games being played inside my head were worse. Every minute of every day, my brain told me I could make all the sickness and pain go away by using. We talked and came up with a treatment plan. I quickly got the sense that these people were truly here to help me, and that made all the difference in my transition from methadone to Suboxone.
Once I was able to stop worrying about the fear of returning withdrawal symptoms, it became a lot easier to focus on my recovery and continue working on the underlying causes of my addiction. I am living proof that you can successfully transition from methadone to Suboxone. And if I can do it, so can you!
Never give up on yourself or your recovery. Can you take antidepressants while on Suboxone? Does Suboxone affect sleep quality? Can Suboxone cause hair loss? What is Suboxone's effect on testosterone? Does Suboxone cause weight gain? What is the bioavailability of Suboxone? Is Suboxone FDA approved for chronic pain? How long should you let Suboxone dissolve? Can Suboxone cause respiratory depression? What strengths does Suboxone come in?
How does buprenorphine work in the brain? Can I cut Suboxone a film or tablet? How should I store Suboxone? How soon can I resume my work schedule after starting with Suboxone? Does Suboxone interact with cannabis? Can minors receive Suboxone treatment? Can I have an allergic reaction to Suboxone?
What happens if I miss a Suboxone dose? Is Suboxone safe for people with a co-existing psychological illness? Does Suboxone interact with other drugs or medications? Where can I get Suboxone coupons? How much does Suboxone cost?
Should I take Suboxone pills or Suboxone strips? Can I take Suboxone while pregnant? What is buprenorphine? Before Starting Buprenorphine Patients diagnosed with an OUD should talk to their health care practitioner before starting treatment with buprenorphine to fully understand the medication and other available treatment options.
Common and Serious Side Effects of Buprenorphine Common side effects of buprenorphine include: Constipation, headache, nausea, and vomiting Dizziness Drowsiness and fatigue Sweating Dry mouth Muscle aches and cramps Inability to sleep Fever Blurred vision or dilated pupils Tremors Palpitations Disturbance in attention Serious side effects of buprenorphine include: Respiratory distress Overdose Adrenal insufficiency Dependence Withdrawal Itching, pain, swelling, and nerve damage implant Pain at injection site injection Neonatal abstinence syndrome in newborns These are not all the side effects of buprenorphine.
Safety Precautions People should use the following precautions when taking buprenorphine: Do not take other medications without first consulting your doctor. Do not use illegal drugs, drink alcohol, or take sedatives, tranquilizers, or other drugs that slow breathing. Mixing large amounts of other medications with buprenorphine can lead to overdose or death. Ensure that a physician monitors any liver-related health issues that you may have.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Prevent children and pets from accidental Ingestion by storing it out of reach. Dispose of unused methadone safely. Talk to your MAT practitioner for guidance, or for more information on the safe disposal of unused medications, visit FDA's disposal of unused medicines or DEA's drug disposal webpages Do not shared your buprenorphine with anyone even if they have similar symptoms or suffer from the same condition.
Naloxone is added to buprenorphine to decrease the likelihood of diversion and misuse of the combination drug product. Switching from one form of MAT Medication to Another Patients may decide to switch from one MAT medication to another based on medical, psychiatric and substance use history, as well as their preferences and treatment availability.
As medications are different, patients should talk to their practitioner and understand each medication. Training on Providing Buprenorphine SAMHSA offers tools, training, and technical assistance to practitioners in the fields of mental and substance use disorders. Footer Note Have a question about government service?
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