CMS Medication Treatment

Methadone Treatment for Opioid Addiction

Methadone treatment for opioid addiction can help alleviate withdrawal and cravings, helping patients focus on positive behavior changes.
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What Is Methadone Treatment?

Methadone has been a trusted medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating opioid addiction for several decades. Opioids bind to opioid receptors in the brain, causing a reduction in pain and a feeling of euphoria. However, as the body becomes accustomed to the drug, it requires more of it to achieve the same effect.

Methadone is a long-acting opioid that works by blocking these receptors. This stabilizes the patient and prevents withdrawal or lessens opioid withdrawal symptoms. Methadone is a full opioid agonist. This means that methadone treatment for opioid addiction provides a similar but safer effect than other opioids while blocking the euphoric effects of opiates.

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The Benefits of Methadone Treatment

Methadone has several benefits beyond its effectiveness in treating opioid addiction. At CMS, we help our patients find the best medication for their unique needs.

Long Half-Life

Methadone has a long half-life that allows for daily dosing, minimizing fluctuations in medication levels.

Reduced Cravings & Withdrawal Symptoms

Methadone blocks opioid receptors in the brain, preventing withdrawal symptoms and cravings to ease the recovery process.

Various Medication Options

Unlike other medications, patients don't need to abstain opioids before starting methadone, and it comes in a variety of forms for more cost-effective treatment.

Cost-Effective

Methadone is often the most affordable medication option for treating opioid use disorder, ensuring patients have access to the treatment they need.

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Our compassionate experts are here to help you determine if methadone is right for you. Contact CMS today to begin your journey toward sustainable recovery.
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Need help getting to a CMS clinic? Community Medical Services can help you find cost-effective (in some cases complimentary to start) transportation services near you. Our goal is to get you to us as quickly as possible, today, to begin your road to recovery.

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Other Medication-Assisted Treatment Options

In addition to methadone, Community Medical Services offers other medications to help curb opioid addiction.
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Suboxone®

Suboxone® combines buprenorphine and naloxone to reduce withdrawal symptoms while protecting against misuse.
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Buprenorphine

Buprenorphine acts as a partial agonist, activating some opioid receptors in the brain to alleviate withdrawal symptoms and cravings.
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Naltrexone

Naltrexone is a monthly injectable medication that blocks all effects of illicit opioids, helping patients stay in treatment.
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Brixadi

Brixadi is a trusted, FDA-approved medication that can provide immediate relief from withdrawal symptoms and help you stay on track.
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Pregnancy & Women’s Health

CMS offers a variety of MAT services to help pregnant women recover from OUD while maintaining the health of their child.
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Sublocade®

Sublocade® is a monthly buprenorphine injection that reduces cravings and withdrawal symptoms, helping patients comfortably stay in treatment.