Drugs Used to Treat Opioid Addiction
There is hope in the form of medications that have proven highly effective in the treatment of opioid use disorders. In this blog, we will delve into three key medications used to treat opioid addiction: buprenorphine (Suboxone® and Subutex®), methadone, and extended-release naltrexone (Vivitrol®).
What are Opioid Blockers?
Opioid blockers, also known as opioid receptor antagonists, are medications designed to block the effects of opioids in the brain. They are an essential component of addiction treatment and overdose prevention strategies.