How long will it take to kick my addiction? Are there any dangers in using buprenorphine?
**Some patients find that it takes several days to get used to the transition from the opiate they had been using to buprenorphine. During that time, any use of other opiates may cause an increase in symptoms. After you become stabilized on buprenorphine, it is expected that other opiates will have less effect. Once you are stablilized, the treatment time varies on the individual, and we find that it is the safest and most comfortable method of discontinuing your drug use. We suggest that you stay with us for one month, during which time the depression that accompanies the discontinuation of the use of a drug or alcohol will also be closely monitored. This can be one of the most difficult parts of an addict’s recovery. Other medications prescribed by our doctor will be used to help you/them through this phase.
