Rehab clinics often prescribe Methadone as part of medication-assisted treatment programs. Though the FDA has approved this drug to be used as part of treatment for opioid use disorders, recently, it issued a warning which disclosed that Methadone use is evident to produce the following side effects in users:
Now you may ask, is there any alternative to Methadone? Luckily, yes: Suboxone® is considered to be a safe, risk-free, and FDA-approved medication. Furthermore, Suboxone® is extremely effective in managing intense withdrawal symptoms associated with opioid use disorder without causing any side effects.
Our doctors prescribe Suboxone® as an alternative to Methadone if you are suffering from:
For same-day Suboxone® Prescription, simply call us at 844.445.2565.
Suboxone®, developed as an alternative to Methadone, works great in reversing the effects of opioid addiction. It contains Buprenorphine® and Naloxone® that helps patients cope with opioid withdrawal symptoms. Likewise, Suboxone® is a completely safe medication that helps the body better cope with cravings during the initial phases without harming your body.
Benefits of our Suboxone® prescription program include:
Our highly qualified doctors may prescribe Suboxone® as an alternative to Methadone during the initial and maintenance phases of your recovery process. Using Suboxone® to treat opioid addiction is extremely beneficial as it reduces relapse chances and builds up a strong foundation for further treatments. However, Suboxone® alone is not enough to treat opioid dependency. To combat this problem, we offer result-oriented therapy sessions to help you adapt to a sober and productive lifestyle. If you can not commit to our outpatient treatment program, you can simply avail virtual therapy sessions through our telehealth services.
Are you struggling with opioid addiction but can not leave work commitments? Avail our virtual treatment program by contacting us at 844.445.2565.
Methadone is one of the oldest drugs prescribed for OUD treatment, but recent studies have established Buprenorphine (Suboxone) as a superior drug to Methadone. Here is a comparison of Suboxone (Buprenorphine/Naloxone) and Methadone.
Suboxone |
Methadone |
| Buprenorphine acts as a partial opioid antagonist. | It contains Methadone as an active ingredient, which acts as a full opioid antagonist. |
| It has a ceiling effect. Higher doses do not increase its impact, which makes it unlikely that patients will abuse the drug. | Does not have a ceiling effect. Hence, it can have high abuse potential. |
| Naloxone minimizes the chances of overdose and drug abuse by injecting it. | It does not contain Naloxone, making it more potent to abuse. |
| Lesser chances of respiratory depression. | The greater associated risk of respiratory depression if the drug is abused. |
| Available through online and take-home prescription programs. | Usually, it requires the person to take medication under the supervision of medical staff at a rehab facility. |
More of your questions about the effectiveness of Methadone and Suboxone are answered below:
Methadone can only be prescribed at federally licensed rehab facilities. It can be dispensed only by certified practitioners, which means your primary care provider, family doctors, or pharmacist may be unable to prescribe it.Â
DEA 3 day rule is made to combat the opioid epidemic emergencies. It allows physicians to dispense one day’s worth of narcotic drugs for detoxification for up to 3 days until a referral to specific rehab centers for addiction treatment is made.
Yes, Buprenorphine (Suboxone) is a preferred choice for drug addiction in expecting mothers and neonates. Research supports favorable outcomes for both neonates and mothers. Data shows that neonatal abstinence syndrome was less (52%) in neonates exposed to Buprenorphine during pregnancy compared to Methadone exposure (69.2%).Â
There is no specific advantage of taking Methadone over Buprenorphine during pregnancy. Methadone may be recommended if you have a sensitivity or allergy to Buprenorphine or Naloxone.Â
Rehab clinics often prescribe Methadone as part of medication-assisted treatment programs. Though the FDA has approved this drug to be used as part of treatment for opioid use disorders, recently, it issued a warning which disclosed that Methadone use is evident to produce the following side effects in users:
Now you may ask, is there any alternative to Methadone? Luckily, yes: Suboxone® is considered to be a safe, risk-free, and FDA-approved medication. Furthermore, Suboxone® is extremely effective in managing intense withdrawal symptoms associated with opioid use disorder without causing any side effects.
Our doctors prescribe Suboxone® as an alternative to Methadone if you are suffering from:
For same-day Suboxone® Prescription, simply call us at 844.445.2565.
Suboxone®, developed as an alternative to Methadone, works great in reversing the effects of opioid addiction. It contains Buprenorphine® and Naloxone® that helps patients cope with opioid withdrawal symptoms. Likewise, Suboxone® is a completely safe medication that helps the body better cope with cravings during the initial phases without harming your body.
Benefits of our Suboxone® prescription program include:
Our highly qualified doctors may prescribe Suboxone® as an alternative to Methadone during the initial and maintenance phases of your recovery process. Using Suboxone® to treat opioid addiction is extremely beneficial as it reduces relapse chances and builds up a strong foundation for further treatments. However, Suboxone® alone is not enough to treat opioid dependency. To combat this problem, we offer result-oriented therapy sessions to help you adapt to a sober and productive lifestyle. If you can not commit to our outpatient treatment program, you can simply avail virtual therapy sessions through our telehealth services.
Are you struggling with opioid addiction but can not leave work commitments? Avail our virtual treatment program by contacting us at 844.445.2565.
Methadone is one of the oldest drugs prescribed for OUD treatment, but recent studies have established Buprenorphine (Suboxone) as a superior drug to Methadone. Here is a comparison of Suboxone (Buprenorphine/Naloxone) and Methadone.
Suboxone |
Methadone |
| Buprenorphine acts as a partial opioid antagonist. | It contains Methadone as an active ingredient, which acts as a full opioid antagonist. |
| It has a ceiling effect. Higher doses do not increase its impact, which makes it unlikely that patients will abuse the drug. | Does not have a ceiling effect. Hence, it can have high abuse potential. |
| Naloxone minimizes the chances of overdose and drug abuse by injecting it. | Does not contain Naloxone, making it more potent to abuse. |
| Lesser chances of respiratory depression. | The greater associated risk of respiratory depression if the drug is abused. |
| Available through online and take-home prescription programs. | Usually, it requires the person to take medication under the supervision of medical staff at a rehab facility. |
More of your questions about the effectiveness of Methadone and Suboxone are answered below:
Methadone can only be prescribed at federally licensed rehab facilities. It can be dispensed only by certified practitioners, which means your primary care provider, family doctors, or pharmacist may be unable to prescribe it.Â
DEA 3 day rule is made to combat the opioid epidemic emergencies. It allows physicians to dispense one day’s worth of narcotic drugs for detoxification for up to 3 days until a referral to specific rehab centers for addiction treatment is made.
Yes, Buprenorphine (Suboxone) is a preferred choice for drug addiction in expecting mothers and neonates. Research supports favorable outcomes for both neonates and mothers. Data shows that neonatal abstinence syndrome was less (52%) in neonates exposed to Buprenorphine during pregnancy compared to Methadone exposure (69.2%).Â
There is no specific advantage of taking Methadone over Buprenorphine during pregnancy. Methadone may be recommended if you have a sensitivity or allergy to Buprenorphine or Naloxone.Â
Our Suboxone® prescription program is led by experienced doctors who will carefully administer an effective dose of Methadone to minimize any associated side effects. Our expert healthcare providers are committed to your recovery. We provide a unique and personalized plan according to your needs.
Doctors may also prescribe these medications through our MAT program:
At ChoicePoint, all our programs are covered by insurance, so don’t worry about any financial constraints. Just reach out to us at 844.445.2565, and we will provide you with all the assistance you need. Â
It is essential to always inform your doctors about medications that you are already using. methadone’s effect is reduced if you are using:
Mild side effects of methadone include:
Yes, licensed doctors can prescribe methadone online. At ChoicePoint, you can avail a complete online MAT program through our telehealth services.
Hello I am very interested in seeing a doctor through telehealth and discuss if I am an ideal candidate for Methadone assisted therapy and treatment. I have a hip injury at the moment so I haven’t been unable to reach the Methadone clinics closest to me which are extremely far and my hip won’t allow it. Also, these clinics made it clear that I’d need to go everyday for my daily dose, and after explaining about my hip they told me they would not accommodate me.
Hi Jesenia! Yes, we do provide online medication prescriptions and offer telehealth addiction treatment programs. Give us a call we’d love to talk and get you started. 844.445.2565
Hi Melissa, ChoicePoint clinical staff would love to talk, give us a call at 8444452565.
I need a dr that will listen an help me
Hello Fred, please contact us at 844.445.2565, and our team of professional Doctors will help you.