Opioid Use Disorder Knowledge Center

Opioid use disorder (OUD) is a complex but treatable condition characterized by the continued use of opioids despite ongoing negative consequences to oneself or others. It is a chronic disorder, but recovery is possible with evidence-based treatment options like Suboxone, a medication used to treat opioid use disorder.
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Essential Articles on Opioid Use Disorder

Opioid use disorder is the clinical term for someone who is struggling with a combination of physical dependence on opioids and harmful behavioral patterns (sometimes called ‘addiction’). To be diagnosed with OUD, a person must meet certain criteria, which can include opioid tolerance, dependence and withdrawal symptoms, strong cravings, unsuccessful attempts to stop or control use, and continued use despite negative consequences.

What is Suboxone?

Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) is a medication that treats OUD symptoms, reduces the risk of relapse and helps people maintain long-term abstinence.

Getting Emergency Suboxone

If you need emergency Suboxone, you can visit an online clinic like Bicycle Health, as well as in-person options like an emergency room. About 90% of Bicycle Health patients are able to fill prescriptions the same day they meet with their doctor.

Where to Get Suboxone Online

Because Suboxone can be prescribed by a physician and picked up at a local pharmacy, it is much more accessible than methadone, another OUD treatment medication.

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History of Buprenorphine Access

Buprenorphine is easier to access now than ever before, thanks to X-waiver being eliminated, which means doctors can prescribe this MOUD without a special license.

Benefits of Buprenorphine Via Telemedicine

Research has shown that access to buprenorphine via telemedicine is safe, patient-centered, improves treatment compliance and fatal reduces overdose risk.

How We Improved Same-Day Suboxone Access

Research shows that over 40% of pharmacies don't stock buprenorphine. To address this problem, we created a Pharmacy Finder, which helps to identify pharmacies near our patients that stock Suboxone, greatly improving same-day prescription access.

Suboxone Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder

Although Suboxone treatment tends to be very accessible, it’s still helpful to know the ins and outs of starting Suboxone therapy, what Suboxone is and how it works, the cost, insurance coverage and more.

Starting Suboxone Therapy

Starting Suboxone therapy involves making an in-person or virtual doctor’s appointment and receiving an assessment.

Treatment Information

Learn what Suboxone is, how it works to treat opioid use disorder, how effective it is and where and how to get Suboxone treatment.

How Much Does Suboxone Cost?

The price of Suboxone varies depending on whether it’s the brand name or generic formulation. Health insurance coverage can also help decrease the cost of this medication.

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Health & Safety

Suboxone is considered to be a safe and effective medication for the treatment of opioid use disorder. However, there are some important health and safety factors to consider when deciding if Suboxone is right for you.right for you.

Suboxone & Pregnancy

It is generally safe to take Suboxone during pregnancy and is far safer and beneficial for the pregnant parent and baby than untreated opioid use disorder.

Can Suboxone Be Abused?

The misuse potential for Suboxone is very low due to the naloxone component. If someone misuses Suboxone, such as by injecting it, they will experience unpleasant precipitated withdrawal symptoms.

Suboxone & Mental Health

Opioid use disorder often co-occurs with mental health disorders like depression and anxiety. Suboxone is safe and effective for those with co-occurring disorders.

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