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MAT (MEDICATION ASSISTED TREATMENT)
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Opioid Dependency Medications

Methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone are used to treat opioid dependence and addiction to short-acting opioids such as heroin, morphine, and codeine, as well as semi-synthetic opioids like oxycodone and hydrocodone. People may safely take medications used in MAT for months, years, several years, or even a lifetime. Plans to stop a medication must always be discussed with a doctor.

Methadone

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Methadone tricks the brain into thinking it’s still getting the abused drug. In fact, the person is not getting high from it and feels normal, so withdrawal doesn’t occur. Pregnant or breastfeeding women must inform their treatment provider before taking methadone. It is the only drug used in MAT approved for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.​
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Buprenorphine (commonly prescribed as Suboxone)

Like methadone, buprenorphine suppresses and reduces cravings for the abused drug. It can come in a pill form or sublingual tablet that is placed under the tongue.
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​Naltrexone (commonly prescribed as Vivitrol)

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Naltrexone works differently than methadone and buprenorphine in the treatment of opioid dependency. If a person using naltrexone relapses and uses the abused drug, naltrexone blocks the euphoric and sedative effects of the abused drug and prevents feelings of euphoria.
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​VIVITROL is available through many local treatment providers.
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​Positive Recovery Solutions offers VIVITROL and requires you engage in cognitive behavior therapy through a certified treatment provider.

http://www.posrecoverysolutions.com/home.html

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5320 East Main Street
Columbus, OH 43213
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(614) 604-8312

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375 South High Street, 6th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215
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