Can I be treated with suboxone at home?

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Suboxone is a partial agonist that doesn’t give euphoria (with an antagonist ingredient to prevent misuse). You may therefore take your medication at home. You need to be tapered off suboxone.

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Dependency Agent

Medications are an important treatment for patients who are trying to stop their dependencies on alcohol, tobacco, opioids and other substances. These medications suppress withdrawal symptoms and prevent relapse and are effective when combined with counseling.

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