Methadone
Methadone is a synthetic opioid agonist that helps manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings associated with opioid use disorder. It works by binding to the same receptors in the brain that opioids target, thereby reducing withdrawal symptoms and relieving cravings.
Suboxone
Suboxone is a combination medication that contains buprenorphine and naloxone. Buprenorphine helps reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings, while naloxone blocks the effects of other opioids. Suboxone is typically administered as a sublingual film or tablet.
Subutex
Buprenorphine is a partial opioid agonist that also helps with opioid use disorder. It activates the same receptors as opioids but to a lesser extent, providing relief from withdrawal symptoms and reducing cravings. Buprenorphine is available in various forms, including sublingual tablets, sublingual film, and extended-release injections.
Naltrexone
Naltrexone is an opioid antagonist that blocks the effects of opioids in the brain. It is primarily used in the treatment of opioid use disorder, however, it can also be prescribed for alcohol use disorder (AUD). Naltrexone helps reduce the rewarding effects of alcohol and decreases the desire to drink. It can be administered orally or as an extended-release injection called Vivitrol.
Naloxone
Naloxone, also known by the brand name Narcan, is an opioid antagonist used to rapidly reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. It is administered as a nasal spray or injection and can quickly restore normal breathing and prevent fatal consequences of opioid overdose.
Coming Soon to Soap MAT: Disulfiram & Sublocade
Disulfiram is a medication used to treat alcohol misuse. It works by interfering with the breakdown of alcohol in the body, leading to the accumulation of a toxic substance called acetaldehyde. Sublocade is a medication used in the treatment of opioid use disorder (OUD). It contains the active ingredient buprenorphine, which is an opioid partial agonist. Once injected, Sublocade releases buprenorphine slowly over the course of a month, providing continuous medication coverage.
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