There is hope for those struggling with opioid addiction. Medications, known as opioid agonists, can be used to alleviate the symptoms of withdrawal and reduce the cravings for illicit opioids. The two most common medications used to treat Opioid Use Disorder are methadone and buprenorphine/naltrexone (Brand name Suboxone®). These medications are long-acting opioids and have unique properties that help stabilize patients physically allowing them to address the behavioral, mental and emotional components of addiction.

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