Suboxone combines buprenorphine and naloxone. Buprenorphine is a partial opioid agonist — it reduces cravings and withdrawal symptoms without producing the intense high of full opioids like heroin or fentanyl. Naloxone is added to discourage misuse.
No — this is one of the most common misconceptions. Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is considered the medical standard of care for opioid use disorder. Suboxone stabilizes brain chemistry so a person can function, hold a job, and engage in daily life while the underlying condition is treated, rather than being in constant crisis.
This varies by person. Some patients use Suboxone as a bridge for a shorter period; many others benefit from long-term maintenance treatment — some of our own patients have been with us for over a decade. There's no fixed timeline, and no pressure to stop before you're ready.
Regular screening protects your safety and confirms the treatment plan is working as intended. It's a routine, expected part of maintenance treatment — not a sign of distrust.
Starting Suboxone too early — before you're in mild withdrawal — can actually trigger a reaction. We'll walk you through timing before your first dose so induction goes smoothly.
Some medications, especially benzodiazepines, are not safe to combine with Suboxone. We screen for this before starting treatment and can help connect you with appropriate care if that applies to you.
Yes. Substance use treatment records are protected under federal law (42 CFR Part 2), which offers stronger privacy protection than standard medical records. Nothing about your care is shared without your written authorization.
You can switch to in-person visits at any time — many patients use a mix of both depending on what's going on in a given month.
No. You can call or text us directly, seven days a week, to begin the screening process.
That's normal, and it's the most common feeling people describe before that first call. You're not signing up for anything by calling — it's just a conversation.
Call, text, or reach out through our contact page — there's no wrong question.
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