Suboxone
Suboxone® combines buprenorphine and naloxone to reduce withdrawal symptoms while protecting against misuse.
Vivitrol® is the name brand of a non-addictive, extended-release form of the drug naltrexone. It has no abuse potential and it helps to prevent opioid and alcohol relapse when coupled with therapy and counseling. Vivitrol® blocks your brain’s opioid receptors to block the use of opioids while your therapist/counselor helps you alleviate the more psychological aspects of your addiction.
Vivitrol® is a blocking medication, also commonly referred to as an “antagonist”. This means that the Vivitrol® molecules don’t release dopamine themselves, but instead occupy the opioid receptors in the brain, “blocking” out the harmful opioid molecules and preventing the euphoric high that comes with heroin or similar opiates. This block wears off after about one month, helping patients to reduce their dependence on harmful street drugs and thusly lowering the probability of relapse.
Vivitrol® comes in both injectable and pill forms. The injections are done on a monthly basis, typically used for those suffering from opiate addiction, while the pill form is typically used when treating alcoholism.
Vivitrol® is a blocking medication, also commonly referred to as an “antagonist”. This means that Vivitrol® molecules occupy the opioid receptors in the brain, “blocking” out the harmful opioid molecules and preventing the euphoric high that comes with heroin or similar opiates.
Because Vivitrol® blocks harmful opioids, it reduces a patient’s dependence on the substance and the risk of relapse. When coupled with counseling, Vivitrol® can lower the chances of relapse while allowing recovery professionals to address the root cause of the addiction.
Vivitrol® is offered to those coming out of an inpatient program and looking to continue treatment. With Vivitrol®, patients can effectively stay in treatment longer without relapse, allowing for a more complete recovery.
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