We believe the best way to treat addiction is to understand it. Which is why we continue to educate not just our patients, but their family, friends and community.
Medication assisted treatment (MAT) can be essential to recovery for those struggling with opioid addiction. Methadone and Suboxone are among the commonly prescribed medicines in MAT programs. These drugs work by curbing cravings and blocking the effects of opioids while allowing individuals to focus on their recovery plan. Though they…
Prescription opioids like oxycodone and hydrocodone serve a vital purpose for those dealing with pain after surgery or an injury. However, opioid medications also come with the potential for misuse and dependence, which can happen whether you take your medication as prescribed or use it recreationally. If your opioid use…
Methadone is a medication that can be used to treat opioid dependence. It is a long-acting synthetic opioid that is similar to morphine, and when used as part of a treatment plan, can help people to stop using heroin or other opioids and to avoid withdrawal symptoms. At BrightView, we…
Methadone is a prescription medication that is commonly used in the treatment of opioid addiction. Methadone itself is a controlled substance that can be addictive, so it is important to only take it as prescribed by a doctor. Methadone works by binding to the same brain receptors as other opioids,…
The opioid crisis in the U.S. continues to claim American lives on a daily basis. The only real defense against this crisis is to make sure that everyone facing an opioid addiction finds it easy to access the professional help they need, such as a methadone treatment program. When faced…
