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The Dual Nature of Suboxone: Lifesaver and Emerging Street Drug

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Suboxone, a medication approved to treat heroin addiction, is celebrated for its life-saving potential. However, its misuse can lead to severe and often fatal consequences. This drug is now seeing a disturbing rise as a street drug of choice in the U.S., prompting increased police activity to curb its illegal distribution. In recent years, law enforcement has observed a marked increase in Suboxone-related arrests as the drug’s street demand escalates.

Suboxone’s misuse is particularly prevalent among young people due to its accessibility. While intended to mitigate withdrawal symptoms from opiates like heroin, Suboxone itself is highly addictive. Misuse can lead to severe withdrawal symptoms, more intense than those from traditional opiates. Additionally, when mixed with other substances, the risk of overdose and death increases significantly, especially among teenagers.

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There are also reported cases of healthcare providers inappropriately selling Suboxone prescriptions, complicating the challenges associated with its distribution and use. As Suboxone becomes more abused, its link to increasing heroin usage becomes clearer. Users often turn to Suboxone when heroin is unavailable or to avoid withdrawal symptoms.

Given these risks, it is crucial to approach Suboxone with caution and under professional supervision. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, it is vital to consult medical professionals who can provide appropriate treatment and support. Do not hesitate to seek help to navigate the complexities of addiction and recovery safely.

Suboxone and Methadone Detoxification

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Suboxone is also known as Buprenorphine, a drug which is known to destroy the lives of individuals. It is a partial opioid agonist, meaning the qualities are alike to opiates. When starting any habit, it all starts with a thought, first and foremost, then the action comes next. When cutting out a drug habit, it is a wise decision not to replace one drug for another drug. Especially when it comes to deadly opioids. So it happens, patients get prescribed Suboxone or Methadone because they want to escape the terrifyingly painful withdrawal symptoms and cravings that they are feeling from past opiate usage such as Heroin during the detox stage. However, withdrawal symptoms from Suboxone and Methadone can be just as severe or worse than Heroin withdrawal. Unfortunately, patients get prescribed Suboxone and Methadone from trained physicians.

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At Rapid Drug Detox Center, board certified physicians know that Suboxone and Methadone addiction is real and dangerous and it is on the rise. Our certified professionals want all patients to realize that drugs destroy and diminish the human body. Rapid Drug Detox Center offers Heroin, Methadone and Suboxone detoxification. The RDD Method is safely administered and supervised by top of the line, board certified physicians.

Suboxone and Methadone work in a similar way to opiates, as it is in close relationship to opioids, it binds to the receptors in the brain linking to pain and pleasure. The user then becomes addicted to these sensations because the human body has disabled its way of producing hormones that increase pain relief and pleasure hormones on its own. The brain now lacks the ability to create normal thoughts, feelings, and sensations. Side effects such as: moodiness, personality changes, dizziness, nausea, diarrhea, chills, body aches and pains can be avoided when patients undergo detoxification at the Rapid Drug Detox Center. The facility provides a new and improved method to drug detoxification treatment. The RDD Method will help you on your way to a bright future and a drug free life.

Suboxone/Subutex (Buprenorphine) Facts

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What is Suboxone?

Used to treat users with opioid addiction, Suboxone/Subutex (Buprenorphine) is an addicting opiate drug. Approved in October 2002 by the FDA, the high-dose sublingual pill Suboxone/Subutex has also recently been introduced in European countries as treatment for chronic pain. It can be used both for chronic cancer pain as well as chronic non-malignant pain.

Why is Suboxone prescribed?

Many doctors prescribe this drug for withdrawal and/or addiction without warning the patient about the drug’s addictive nature, and the fact they are trading one opiate for another. Some Anesthesia Detox Facilities (2 facilities at this time) give it to patients for up to 6-12 weeks after the detox procedure, and approximately 99% of in-patient rehab centers are using it. These patients do well while taking the drug, but after being discharged and within 3 days, patients typically suffer from withdrawal and seek help for Suboxone/Subutex addiction.

What are some Suboxone side effects?

Suboxone side effects may include:

  • Drowsiness, dizziness, weakness
  • Constipation
  • Headache, nausea, or vomiting
  • Slow, shallow breathing
  • Heavy feeling in the chest
  • Mental and mood changes
  • Stomach/abdominal pain
  • Dark urine, yellowing eyes and skin, vision changes
  • Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
  • Loss of libido
  • Frequent night time urination
  • Anxiety
  • Depression/sadness
  • Lack of interest (no “zest” for life)
  • Personality changes

What are symptoms of Suboxone withdrawal?

Symptoms of Suboxone withdrawal can be very uncomfortable and cause patients to revert back to their original drug use. Suboxone withdrawal symptoms can also last up to 2-5 weeks.

  • Severe anxiety, thoughts of suicide, malaise & severe depression
  • Diarrhea & sweating
  • Cramp-like pains in the muscles, leg kicking, convulsions
  • Severe and long lasting sleep difficulties (insomnia)
  • Goose bump skin (cold turkey)
  • Cramps, abdominal pain
  • Dehydration & fever

How do I choose a Suboxone detox program?

Talking to a trained detox or medical professional is the right first step in choosing the appropriate program. Call the Rapid Drug Detox Center at 1-866-399-2967 or contact us if you’d like to learn more.

Suboxone: A Deadly Drug

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Suboxone is used to treat heroin addicts; it’s being touted as a drug that saves lives. But used inappropriately the drug is highly dangerous and often deadly.

Investigators and specialists say that the drug world is ‘trendy’. These days Suboxone is becoming the street drug of choice and is an emerging threat in the U.S. Police are stepping up efforts to get the prescription drug off the streets. In 2008, the number of ‘busts’ for Suboxone was increasing. This year, as the demand for Suboxone on the streets increase, drug units across the country are making even more arrests.

Suboxone is fast becoming a much abused illicit opiate drug. Undercover officers believe the rise in Suboxone is tied to an increase in heroin use. They say that if users can’t find heroin or don’t want to go through the withdrawals they will seek out Suboxone. It is popular among younger people because it is relatively cheap; Suboxone is sold in pill form, which can go for as little as $3 on the street.

A few states have reported problems with doctors who are selling Suboxone prescriptions. It is ‘officially’ used to replace the opiate that addicts need to prevent withdrawal, but Suboxone is highly addictive and users often suffer tougher withdrawal symptoms than they would with a traditional opiate. Taken the wrong way Suboxone is deadly. Users, teenagers especially, often mix Suboxone with other drugs; leading to higher chances of overdose and death.

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Royal Oak, MI 48073

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