Month: April 2023
How does Suboxone actually work?
Suboxone works by binding opioid receptors to the brain. Both buprenorphine and Naloxone can reduce cravings and relieve withdrawal symptoms. It binds the opioid receptors on the brain Opioids stimulate brain receptors to produce the chemical dopamine. At first, the effects of opioids are very pleasant. However, continued use causes changes within your brain that…
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What is Suboxone?
Suboxone, an opioid medication-assisted treatment (MAT), is designed to relieve withdrawal symptoms and increase patients' chances of remaining in treatment for the full duration. Buprenorphine is a partial opioid agonist which has less impact on the brain than full opioid agonists such as heroin or methadone. Naloxone–an opioid antagonist – also blocks these effects and…
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