New Mexico Suboxone Doctors
In New Mexico, Suboxone doctors have helped millions of people to overcome opiate dependence by providing them with prescription medication that interrupts the withdrawal cycle and helps them to feel more comfortable when they quit using drugs such as heroin or prescription painkillers. Not just any doctor can prescribe Suboxone in New Mexico though; Suboxone doctors are required to be certified through the state to safely and legally prescribe this medication to those in need of medical intervention for the treatment of opiate dependence.
What is Suboxone? More information on Suboxone.com
Suboxone is a sublingual film that is placed under the tongue for a period of about two minutes during which a powerful mixture of Buprenorphine and Naloxone dissolve and enter the blood stream. These two drugs work together to stop carvings, prevent withdrawal and help the user to restore a sense of balance into his or her life. Both Naloxone and Buprenorphine have long been used individually for the treatment of opiate dependence but it wasn’t until 2002 that Suboxone, the combination of these two powerful drugs, became FDA approved and it was even later, in 2010, when Suboxone sublingual film was approved for use.
Suboxone film is one of the most discreet and effective methods of opiate addiction treatment available today. The medication, when paired with psychological counseling and therapy, has been proven effective at helping those who are addicted to opiates to overcome the physical dependence and regain a sense of control in their lives against their cravings, against their withdrawal symptoms and against their opiate addiction.
Is Suboxone Right for Me? More information on SuboxoneDrugRehabs.com
Suboxone treatment is not the ideal or suitable choice for everyone but it can help those who qualify as good candidates to receive the treatment. Only your New Mexico Suboxone doctor can tell you whether Suboxone is the ideal treatment regimen for you but, if you suffer from any of the following health conditions, Suboxone treatment may not be a suitable option:
- Sleep disorders
- Breathing conditions or Lung disease
- Kidney or Liver disease or organ damage
- Mental illness
Only a New Mexico Suboxone doctor can tell you for sure whether Suboxone is the right method or a safe method of treatment for your opiate dependence. When you talk with your doctor, be sure that you are completely honest and accepting of the information that he has to provide. Failure to report your health honestly or failure to answer the questions to the best of your ability may lead to an increased risk of relapse, poor treatment outcomes or other serious complications.
Suboxone Side Effects More information on SuboxoneDrugRehabs.com
As with any medication, there are some side effects that you should be aware of when taking Suboxone. Talk with your New Mexico Suboxone doctor about the side effects that you should be on the lookout for and about any adverse experience that you have while taking Suboxone for the treatment of opiate dependence. Immediately contact a health professional if you experience any of the following side effects while taking Suboxone:
- Extreme loss of coordination
- Extreme confusion
- Dizziness or fainting
- Inability to breath or difficulty swallowing
- Trouble walking or controlling bodily movement
- Shortness of breath
- Rapid breathing or slowed breathing
In addition to these potentially serious side effects which may occur while taking Suboxone, you may experience mild to moderate side effects that mostly go away with time. Most of the side effects associated with taking Suboxone will diminish within the first one to two weeks of treatment as long as you follow through with scheduled doses and remain opiate free. The following side effects are common but typically not dangerous:
- Sweating
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Sore throat
- Cough
- Runny nose
Many of the same mild effects of opiate withdrawal are felt while taking Suboxone. Side effects such as cough, runny or stuffy nose, water eyes and upset stomach are very common in both opiate withdrawal and in Suboxone treatment. The good thing is that these side effects are non-life threatening and will usually go away in a relatively short period of time if you continue with your treatment regimen. If you notice that the side effects get in the way of your recovery, talk with your New Mexico Suboxone doctor about the feelings or symptoms that you are experiencing. He may be able to help you with reducing the symptoms and feeling more comfortable in your treatment.