People interested in Suboxone treatment for opioid or alcohol use disorders are often concerned about replacing one addiction with another. The fact is that Suboxone is a combination of an opioid partial-agonist and an opioid antagonist. It is far less addictive than opioids or alcohol, and the risk of addiction is extremely low. However, Suboxone can be abused, and some people become addicted. Overall, it is a beneficial medication that has saved countless people from addiction. It is prescribed by physicians and used in a Suboxone-assisted treatment center in Colorado at Mile High Recovery Center.
If you are concerned about the dangers of Suboxone and wonder if Suboxone is addictive yet feel hopeful that Suboxone treatment could help you begin recovery, let Mile High Recovery Center answer your questions. We are ready to discuss Suboxone treatment in Denver, CO. Just call us at 303-268-2144 or complete our simple online form.
Dangers of Suboxone Abuse
What about Suboxone dangers? What is Suboxone abuse? These and other questions are expected.
Remember, using any drug not as prescribed is considered abuse. Therefore, if someone takes Suboxone prescribed for someone else or takes more than prescribed, they are abusing it. However, most of the people who abuse Suboxone do so to stop abusing opioids like heroin or Oxy. These people do not have access to health insurance or cannot afford to enter treatment, so they resort to taking illicitly acquired Suboxone.
That being said, some people abuse or become addicted to Suboxone, though it is rare. For example, in some cases:
People addicted to heroin will use Suboxone to manage withdrawal between highs, with no intention of weaning off the heroin
People who have never taken an opioid before may become addicted to the relatively mild euphoria produced by Suboxone
Misusing Suboxone usually is done by injecting dissolved sublingual strips or snorting crushed Suboxone pills.
Is Suboxone Addictive?
When used correctly, as medically prescribed, and under the supervision of a doctor, the use of Suboxone in treating opioid addiction is considered safe. However, ongoing abuse of this drug outside the bounds of medically approved use can lead to addiction.
Also, consider the behavior of the Suboxone user. If they take the medication as directed and their daily functioning is uncompromised, there is little need to worry. But if they show the signs of addiction, behave secretively, take more medication than prescribed, or use prescriptions that are not their own, there is cause for concern.
Some of the symptoms of abuse and possible addiction to Suboxone are:
- Slurred speech
- Blurred vision
- Sleepiness
- Suppressed appetite
- Limpness or weakness
- Nausea
- Accelerated heart rate
- Upper gastric pain
- Itchiness
If someone you know is taking Suboxone to get high or using it outside a physician’s care in the hope of recovering from opioid addiction, they need to seek treatment.
Find Suboxone Treatment in Denver, Colorado, at Mile High Recovery Center
Though the dangers of Suboxone addiction are relatively low, it is a partial opioid agonist that binds with opioid receptors. Taking it can lead to physical dependence and, thus, addiction. When you reach out to Mile High Recovery Center to ask us about how Suboxone treatment works, be sure to ask any questions you have about the dangers of this medication. We want to be sure you feel well-informed about the treatments we offer.
We pride ourselves on providing evidence-based treatments with proven track records. Our staff is professional, highly trained, and experienced. You are in good hands at Mile High Recovery Center, but being informed and prepared for all outcomes makes you stronger and ultimately positions you for improved recovery outcomes. Contact Mile High Recovery Center today at 303-268-2144 or fill out this form. We look forward to speaking with you.
