North Dakota Suboxone Doctors
Taking Suboxone for the treatment of opiate dependence requires consent and a prescription from a doctor. In North Dakota, Suboxone doctors are the only qualified physicians who can legally prescribe Suboxone in the state of North Dakota. No other physician can administer or prescribe Suboxone to treat opiate dependence in this state nor can unlicensed doctors prescribe this powerful drug in other states. Mandates are placed to keep prescription writing to a minimum and to prevent the misuse or over prescribing of this powerful opiate dependence treatment drug.
What is Suboxone? More information on Suboxone.com
Suboxone is a prescription medication that was approved for use by the FDA in 2002. In 2010, a secondary form of the drug, Suboxone sublingual Film, was approved by the FDA to be used in opiate addiction treatment too. Both Suboxone tablets and Suboxone film are made up of two powerful medications, Naloxone and Buprenorphine. Each medication performs a separate function in the treatment of opiate dependence.
Is Suboxone Safe?
Suboxone is a relatively safe method of treatment for opiate dependence when the drug is taken as prescribed by a North Dakota Suboxone doctor and when it is used specifically for the treatment of opiate dependence associated with heroin addiction or prescription painkiller addiction.
Some people cannot take Suboxone safely. Your North Dakota Suboxone doctor will talk to you about the risks involved in taking this powerful drug and he will ask you a series of questions that will help him to determine whether you are a candidate for safe treatment. If you suffer from any of the following health conditions the doctor may determine that this is not a safe method of treatment for you:
- Heart disease or history of heart attack
- Lung disease or history of asthma or COPD
- Mental illness or history of substance abuse
Even if you do suffer from any of the above health complications, consider talking with a North Dakota Suboxone doctor about the possible methods of treatment which may be available to assist you in recovery. Although you may not be a suitable candidate for Suboxone treatment, there may be other effective methods of treatment that can help you to overcome heroin addiction or physical dependence on prescription drugs.
Is Suboxone Addictive? More information on SuboxoneDrugRehabs.com
Suboxone is made up of a drug called Buprenorphine which is an opioid. This part of the drug does have the potential to cause physical dependence when used for a prolonged period of time. While Suboxone can lead to withdrawal and other side effects when the user decides to stop taking the medication, weaning off the drug tends to be relatively simple and there are usually minimal side effects felt as long as you follow the orders of the North Dakota doctor of your choice.
Suboxone Side Effects More information on SuboxoneDrugRehabs.com
Many serious side effects can occur while taking Suboxone. The first time you take Suboxone, your North Dakota doctor may advise you to take the medication under his or her supervision in the doctor’s office so as to prevent serious risk or danger. This allows the doctor to monitor the administration and also to be sure that you are safe and will not experience any serious allergic reaction to the drug. If you experience any of the following side effects, consult emergency medical care immediately:
- Swelling of the face
- Swelling of the throat
- Inability to breath or shortness of breath
- Rapid heart rate or very slowed heart rate
- Itching
These symptoms may be a sign that you are allergic to one of the ingredients in Suboxone such as the Naloxone, the Buprenorphine or even one of the inactive ingredients. Your doctor will explain the details of allergic reactions and what to look out for before sending you home to take Suboxone on your own.
Suboxone may also lead to a number of mild to moderate side effects which generally go away within a few weeks as long as you stick with the prescribed treatment regimen and do not miss your doses. These side effects may include:
- Runny nose
- Stuffy nose
- Flu like symptoms
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea or constipation
- Insomnia or trouble sleeping
If you notice that the side effects that you are experiencing do not go away with time or that they become worse you may need to consult with your North Dakota Suboxone doctor about possible remedies or solutions that can help you focus more on recover and less on the adverse effects of the medication involved in your treatment.