Understanding Outpatient Treatment for Opioid Addiction

How Outpatient Opioid Treatment Works and What to Expect?

Outpatient opioid treatment helps people recover from opioid use disorder while continuing their daily lives. It may include ambulatory detox (non-residential) for mild to moderate opioid withdrawal under medical supervision. It then combines opioid medication-assisted treatment with counseling and medical support, which makes recovery more manageable, flexible, and effective without requiring a residential stay. ChoicePoint’s…

Comparing Subutex vs. Belbuca for Treatment

Subutex vs Belbuca? Understanding Your Options for Opioid Use Disorder

Subutex vs Belbuca are two medications that contain buprenorphine, but they serve very different purposes. Subutex is used to treat opioid use disorder, while Belbuca is prescribed for chronic pain. If you or a loved one is struggling with opioid disorder, ChoicePoint provides safe and effective treatment covered by major commercial insurance plans. Call us…

Which Is Better for Recovery: Subutex or Sublocade?

Subutex vs Sublocade- Which Works Better During Opioid Treatment

Subutex and SublocadeĀ® both effectively reduce Opioid cravings and ease Opioid withdrawal symptoms.Ā  Subutex (a sublingual tablet) is taken once daily during Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for opioid addiction.Ā  SublocadeĀ® (monthly injection) is a long-acting form of Buprenorphine and stays in the body for weeks or months.Ā  In short, both medications (Subutex vs SublocadeĀ®) work together…

Suboxone Administration

Clinician Guidance on How Is Suboxone Administered

Suboxone sublingual is a combination drug containing buprenorphine and naloxone in different ratios.1 It serves as a great option in MAT for opioid addiction to limit craving and reduce withdrawal symptoms. Not using this medication properly may lead to addiction and Suboxone overdose. In this blog, you will walk through ā€œhow is Suboxone administered?ā€ and…

Understanding Your Path Toward Opiate Addiction Recovery

Opiate Addiction NJ: A Complete Guide to Detox, Therapy, and Long-Term Recovery

Why is opiate addiction a problem? Did you know that in 2022, 6,553 residents of NJ were addicted to opiates? Opiate addiction can be problematic because high doses can cause side effects such as nausea, respiratory depression, dizziness, and sedation.Ā  At ChoicePoint Addiction Specialists in NJ, we provide comprehensive opioid addiction treatment to help individuals…

Comparing Nalmefene vs. Naloxone treatment options for opioid overdose prevention.

Nalmefene Vs. Naloxone: Making the Right Choice

Nalmefene and naloxone are opioid-blocking medications used to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. Naloxone, commonly known as Narcan, works immediately, but the effects are short-lived, making it ideal for emergency response situations.Ā Nalmefene nasal spray, known as Opvee, acts for a longer duration of up to eight hours, offering extended protection against potent opioids…

How long after taking Suboxone should I feel better?

How Long Does It Take For Suboxone to Kick In? Medically-Reviewed Answers

How long does Suboxone take to kick in? Suboxone, a combination of buprenorphine/Naloxone, is a relatively fast-acting medication. According to NCBI, Suboxone typically takes 20-60 minutes to take effect in most cases. 1 However, several factors come into play, including formulation, dosage, correct administration, and individual metabolism. Read on to find medically-reviewed answers and tips…

Subutex Doctors in NJ Accept Medicaid

How to Find Subutex Doctors Online That Take Medicaid in NJ

Online Subutex doctors who accept Medicaid are available throughout opioid addiction recovery centers in NJ. These doctors will conduct an online evaluation and prescribe Subutex medication-assisted treatment if deemed necessary. ChoicePoint’s certified online doctors accept Medicaid and are available 24/7 via telehealth services. An online Subutex prescription will be emailed to you after a thorough…