From Dependence to Recovery: Overcoming Opioid Addiction
Various treatments are available for opioid addiction, like BRIXADI, a medication used to treat opioid use disorder by helping reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Brixadi (buprenorphine) is an extended-release injectable form of buprenorphine that can be administered weekly or monthly, depending on a patient’s needs. Brixadi was approved by the FDA as a treatment option that allows patients struggling with opioid addiction to manage cravings and withdrawal symptoms over a longer period, providing consistent support with fewer required doses. A medical detox is the first step in treating opioid...