Suboxone is a drug commonly prescribed to patients with opioid addiction. It is actually a combination of buprenorphine and naloxone and both target opioid receptors. In a study conducted by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), sustained use of Suboxone was able to
Suboxone is a medication prescribed to patients who are addicted to opiates. It has two active ingredients: buprenorphine and naloxone. Buprenorphine works by inhibiting opioid receptors, thereby reducing a person’s urges. Naloxone works by binding to opioid receptors and tricking the brain into thinking
Suboxone, a medication consisting of both naloxone and buprenorphine, is one of the primary medicines for medication-assisted treatment (MAT) in addressing opioid addiction. A study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) showed that MAT which includes buprenorphine is very effective at reducing
The National Institute on Drug Abuse defines addiction as “a chronic, relapsing disorder characterized by compulsive drug seeking, continued use despite harmful consequences, and long-lasting changes in the brain.” Substance abuse is a complex brain disorder and mental illness. A lot of people overlook
Suboxone therapy involves the medically supervised use of Suboxone, which is a prescription drug used to treat patients who are addicted to opioids and other narcotics. It can also be used to treat pain. This medication contains both buprenorphine and naloxone and is taken
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At Psy-Visions in New York City, and Southbury, CT, Dr. Mark Stracks is board certified in adult psychiatry. Dr. Stracks has extensive experience treating clients with complicated medical conditions, ongoing addiction issues, chronic pain presentations, developmental difficulties, trauma, and telepsychiatry.
