The Department of Transportation isn’t exactly known for its simple hiring process. Anyone who wants to work for the DOT needs to become certified, acquire a special identification number, and receive a thorough physical examination. In many states, truckers need to acquire a DOT medical card (more accurately known as a Medical Examiner’s Certificate). These […]
With almost half a million people living with substance use disorders in Tennessee, it’s no surprise that buprenorphine (Suboxone®) prescriptions are through the roof. In fact, around 200,000 prescriptions are distributed to Tennessee residents each year. As effective as this medication is for the treatment of substance use disorders (SUD), it’s still important to understand […]
Substance use disorders (SUD) and depression often go hand-in-hand. According to SAMHSA, having any kind of mental illness puts you at risk of developing an addiction to alcohol or other drugs. When both a mental disorder and SUD happen at the same time, it’s called a co-occurring disorder. Over 9 million people are currently living […]
Over 70,000 Tennesseans are living with an opioid addiction right now, and evidence-based treatment methods have never been more in demand. One of the reasons people have such a hard time letting go of opioids is the withdrawal symptoms that can come with quitting. Buprenorphine (Suboxone®) was developed to combat these symptoms and propel people […]
Opioid withdrawal symptoms can be severe for some people. When someone has the motivation to stop taking opioids, the withdrawal symptoms can often cause them to return to their drug of choice. Buprenorphine (Suboxone®) was developed to ease these uncomfortable symptoms and propel people into recovery. At ReVIDA Recovery®, we’ve seen buprenorphine (Suboxone®) work wonders […]
If you’ve ever had an opioid dependence, you might be familiar with buprenorphine (Suboxone®). buprenorphine (Suboxone®) is a Schedule III narcotic medication prescribed for those who are looking to end their opioid use. It’s a mixture of buprenorphine (an opioid agonist) and naloxone (an opioid antagonist). It binds to opioid receptors in the brain, tricking […]
In 2020, almost 92,000 people died from overdose-related deaths in the U.S. Opioid use disorder (OUD) has become a national crisis. For those looking to stop their opioid use, some medications can help with withdrawals and cravings. One of those medications is called buprenorphine (Suboxone®), and it’s preferred by many doctors over its counterpart, methadone. […]
According to the Centers for Disease Control, deaths caused by opioids increased from 70,029 in 2020 to 80,816 in 2021. With numbers like these, it’s no surprise that we need effective, immediate, and evidence-based medications for opioid use disorder (OUD). Suboxone®, or buprenorphine/naloxone, is one of these medications. We use buprenorphine (Suboxone®) at ReVIDA® Recovery […]
Buprenorphine (Suboxone®) is medicine used in medication assisted treatment for opioid use disorder. This medication bonds with a person’s opioid receptors, which cancels out the effects of opioids, such as heroin or fentanyl, and reduces cravings for opioid substances. It is a useful method of treatment for individuals in recovery from opioid use disorder. Buprenorphine […]
It can be easy to miss a dose despite your best intentions when taking Buprenorphine (Suboxone®.) While missing a dose of Buprenorphine (Suboxone®) is not immediately harmful, if multiple doses are missed, it can lead to several unpleasant outcomes. This month we will answer some of the most common and pressing questions you might have […]
