Why use Suboxone?
Patients on Suboxone are more likely to successfully complete detoxification and remain in treatment. Because Suboxone is an opioid, you might wonder if we’re just substituting one addiction for another. The answer is no. First of all, Suboxone has demonstrated limited abuse potential. Many medical studies since 1965 show that detox and maintenance treatment with a low-dose opioid helps keep patients healthier, keeps them from getting into legal trouble, and helps prevent AIDS from needle sharing. Because a sudden discontinuation of opioid use can cause serious withdrawal symptoms, a medical detoxification with Suboxone is a crucial first step to successful treatment.
