METHADONE - Background :: Methadone is a synthetic narcotic that was created in the 1950's and was first used in the '60s as a treatment for heroin addiction.

When methadone is properly dosed, it does not give the user the "high" that they experience when they are using herion or other opiates. Instead, methadone stops the physical withdrawals and cravings caused by heroin and opiate use.

METHADONE - How does it work? :: The effects of methadone last longer than those of heroin or other opiates because the body's metabolism responds differently to methadone. After regular usage, the body begins to store methadone and this creates a longer effect which is the key to maintenance usage.

The use of methadone for maintenance helps the patient from going into withdrawal while not getting the "high" that heroin provides. Overtime, this helps the patient to keep clean of street opiates. Methadone maintenance also blocks the effects of other opiates.

SUBOXONE - Another option to treat opiod dependence. :: Suboxone is a medication that: reduces withdrawal symptoms and cravings in people who are dependent on (addicted to) heroin or prescription opiods. Suboxone (sometimes called "buperenorphine") is a tablet that dissolves under the tongue and is made up of 2 ingredients: buprenorphine and naloxone. Buprenorphine suppresses withdrawal symptoms and decreases cravings. Naloxone is added to discourage misuse of this medication. If the medication is crushed and then injected or snorted, the naloxone may cause withdrawal symptoms. If SUBOXONE is taken as directed, the naloxone will not cause withdrawal symptoms. READ MORE ON SUBOXONE

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