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Suboxone Abuse Problem

Suboxone is the brand name drug for buprenorphine and is used most often in the treatment of opiate addiction. It is prescribed to recovering addicts to be used as a substitute drug while they are detoxifying from opiate drugs such as heroin, oxycodone, hydrocodone, and morphine. The effects of Suboxone are less intense than other opiates, but it still has the potential for abuse and dependency.

The dilemma with taking replacement drugs is that you may just be swapping one addiction for another. Individuals usually begin taking Suboxone for legitimate reasons, wanting to help reduce withdrawal symptoms from their opiate addiction, or to help treat pain or an injury that requires a powerful painkiller. But they can end up with an intense dependency or addiction to Suboxone that can be difficult to break.

What Are Some Examples of Suboxone Abuse?

Using Suboxone for any reason other than it’s intended for is considered abuse. Suboxone’s widespread availability has significantly contributed to the number of cases of abuse. Despite Suboxone’s manufacturers saying it cannot be misused, recreational users are finding ways to use it get high.

One of the main ways that Suboxone can be abused is using it with other substances to increase the effect. Drug abusers may combine Suboxone with Klonopin, Ambien, alcohol, tranquilizers, antidepressants and other opiate medications. This is very dangerous. Misusing Suboxone, usually in combination with other central nervous system depressants can cause severe respiratory depression and death. It is especially lethal if it is injected.

What If You Are Taking Suboxone as Part of Your Treatment for Opiate Addiction?

If you are using Suboxone for treatment of opiate addiction, be sure to take it only according to your prescription. Do not ever take more than your healthcare provider recommends and be aware that taking higher doses significantly increases your chances of becoming addicted. Suboxone still has addictive opiate qualities and dependency can creep up gradually but powerfully, especially if used daily. Eventually you might need help to stop Suboxone abuse.

How Can You Tell That You Are Addicted To Suboxone?

One way to tell if you are addicted to Suboxone is to stop taking them and see if withdrawal symptoms occur. If you begin experiencing the following withdrawal symptoms, chances are you have a physical and/or psychological addiction. (See Suboxone Detox). These are some of the common Suboxone withdrawal symptoms:

  • Anxiety
  • Diarrhea
  • Fever
  • Sneezing
  • Runny nose
  • Goose bumps
  • Abnormal skin sensations
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Pain
  • Rigid muscles
  • Rapid heartbeat
  • Shivering
  • Tremors
  • Sweating
  • Insomnia

Another way to tell that you may be addicted to Suboxone is if you are constantly thinking about taking more of the drug, despite knowing that there are negative consequences.

Where to find Help for Suboxone Abuse

If you or a loved one is addicted to Suboxone, seek help today. We are here to help you end your addiction to drugs once and for all. We are available 24 hours a day at a toll-free number so call now. There is no better time than now!




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