Suboxone Treatment Specialist in Phoenix, AZ

Suboxone is a medication that affects the brain and is used to treat substance abuse. It is most commonly used to treat opioid use disorder, including dependencies on heroin and prescription pain relievers such as morphine, oxycodone, fentanyl, and hydrocodone. It is composed of two main ingredients: buprenorphine and naloxone.

• Buprenorphine is the active drug in Suboxone and is known as a partial opioid agonist. This means it partially works like an opioid, however, the effect is weaker than full opioid agonists like methadone and heroin. It also has a “ceiling effect,” which means that the opioid effects reach a maximum, even with further dose increases. This reduces the risk of dependency, misuse, abuse, and potential side effects and also helps people abstain from using other opioids.
• Naloxone is known as an opioid antagonist or “blocker.” It is prescribed to be taken sublingually (dissolved under the tongue) and if it is injected into the bloodstream, it will cause an opioid-dependent person to have uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms. This helps deter people from using Suboxone intravenously (injected into the bloodstream).

Combining buprenorphine/naloxone treatment with counseling and other support is essential for the best results.

Yes, Suboxone is a controlled substance. It is controlled because it contains buprenorphine, which can be a target for people who suffer from opioid use disorder.

Suboxone may help with pain in some patients. Since the opioid receptors in the brain manage the sensations of pain, activating them with Suboxone could relieve pain. Scientific research shows promise on Suboxone’s painkilling effects. Compared to other opioid painkillers, Suboxone could involve:

• Less immune system suppression
• Easier usage among patients with renal issues
• Lower tolerance development
• Better effectiveness with neuropathic pain
• A lower ceiling effect for respiratory depression

Suboxone’s ceiling effect could also make it safer. In addition to this, the naloxone component causes unpleasant withdrawal effects when injected, and it also blocks the effectiveness of other opioids. As a result, the patient has less temptation to misuse their medication, which can result in lower rates of opioid abuse disorder.

Suboxone is a combination of the semi-synthetic opiate, buprenorphine, and the drug naloxone, which counteracts the pleasurable and pain-relieving effects of opiates. Suboxone is administered in either a pill or film form which is placed under the tongue to dissolve (sublingual). While naloxone minimizes the risk of abuse or overdose by preventing the euphoric and dangerous effects of opiate use, buprenorphine greatly reduces withdrawal symptoms and cravings because it only partially activates the opiate receptors in the brain.

Common side effects of Suboxone can include:

• Nausea and vomiting
• Headache
• Sweating
• Numb mouth
• Constipation
• Painful tongue
• Dizziness and fainting
• Problems with concentration
• Irregular heartbeat
• Insomnia
• Blurry vision
• Back pain
• Drowsiness

If you need Suboxone, come to Jade Health and Wellness Center to meet with our Suboxone doctor. We specialize in Suboxone and its uses and effects to help patients live a better quality of life. For more information, contact us today or book an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 2375 East Camelback RD Suite 600 Phoenix, AZ 85016. We serve patients from Phoenix, AZ, Scottsdale AZ, Paradise Valley AZ, Alhambra AZ, Tempe AZ, and surrounding areas.