Is Suboxone® Easier Than Methadone To Withdraw From?
Because Suboxone® is a partial opioid receptor agonist, patients have reported that withdrawing from this medication is easier than withdrawing from other opioids. The success of medication withdrawal, of course, is also dependent upon your personal recovery plan, and commitment to life long drug recovery behaviors. Can I Switch From Methadone To Suboxone®? Yes, but you must first make the effort at reducing your daily methadone level to 30 mg. Once you reach the 30 mg dose, you will need to remain at that dose level for a few days, and not supplement with other opioids. For successful transition to Suboxone®, you will need to be in mild to moderate withdrawal when you received your first dose of Suboxone®. If you have higher methadone or other opioid levels in your system, induction of Suboxone® may cause withdrawal to occur more rapidly and intensely. How Quickly Can I Get A 30-Day Prescription? We offer Suboxone® through a licensed drug treatment program. Patients are expected to co
