About Suboxone

Suboxone is the first opioid medication approved under Drug Addiction Treatment Act (DATA) 2000 for the treatment of opioid dependence in an office-based setting. Suboxone also can be dispensed for take-home use, just as any other prescription medication.

The primary active ingredient in Suboxone is buprenorphine. Suboxone also contains a small amount of naloxone to discourage misuse. Suboxone at the appropriate dose may be used to reduce illicit opioid use and help patients stay in treatment by suppressing symptoms of opioid withdrawal and decreasing opioid cravings.

Treatment programs for opioid dependency require the right medication; discourage against misuse and diversion; and incorporate support systems.

Lifeline Connections offers outpatient Suboxone Therapy to help you get your life back. Our program is an Opiate Replacement program with the goal of you being Opiate free in six months.

We have a dedicated team of professionals to assist you with your treatment needs and provide quality patient-focused care. Our highly skilled staff members help keep patients motivated and on track with treatment goals.

Our program emphasizes the importance of regular medical care, family counseling, support groups and one on one therapy.

How Does Suboxone Work?

Suboxone binds to the same receptors as other opioid drugs. It mimics the effects of other opioids by alleviating cravings and withdrawal symptoms. This allows you to address the psychosocial reasons behind your opioid use. Medical studies show that maintenance treatment helps keep patients healthier, keeps them from legal troubles and reduces the risk of exposure to diseases and infections from sharing needles.

What Are Opioids?

Opioids and opiates are synthetic and natural drugs that are related to drugs found in opium; many, such as heroin, are addictive narcotics. Many prescription pain medications are opioids, such as codeine, Vicodin®, Demerol®, Dilaudid®, morphine, OxyContin® and Percodan®. Methadone and buprenorphine are also opioids.

Program Structure

Phase 1: Induction

During the induction phase you will meet with the Doctor for a drug screen, physical and assessment. Upon meeting the program requirements, you will be given your first dose of Suboxone. After a reassessment the Doctor will give you a prescription and written instruction for your Suboxone regimen for the next 48 hours.

Phase 2: Maintenance

During the maintenance phase you will be enrolled in outpatient treatment and seen by the Doctor on a regular basis. These appointments include drug screenings and an assessment of the effectiveness of the pharmacological and behavior treatments.

Phase 3: Taper

Based on the clinical course and the patient's comfort level we will begin to consider a slow taper. This may be prolonged if clinically necessary. We recommend medication management for the six month period; however we are committed to provide services for extended periods of time if necessary.

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