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Medication-assisted treatment is the use of medications in combination with counseling and behavioral therapies, which is effective in the treatment of opioid use disorders (OUD) and can help some people sustain recovery.
More must be done to facilitate treatment options and the development of therapies to address OUD as a chronic disease with long-lasting effects. This means helping more people secure Medication-Assisted Treatment. It also requires us to find new and more effective ways to advance the use of medical therapy for the treatment of OUD.
There are three drugs approved by the FDA for the treatment of opioid dependence: buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone. All three of these treatments have been demonstrated to be safe and effective in combination with counseling and psychosocial support. Everyone who seeks treatment for an OUD should be offered access to all three options as this allows providers to work with patients to select the treatment best suited to an individual’s needs. Due to the chronic nature of OUD, the need for continuing MAT should be re‐evaluated periodically. There is no maximum recommended duration of maintenance treatment, and for some patients, treatment may continue indefinitely.
There are three primary drugs that the FDA has sanctioned for opioid dependence treatment:
1. Buprenorphine: Under this category, several products have been approved such as:
2. Methadone: Notable FDA-approved products in this category include:
3. Naltrexone: A significant product under this is:
The goal of medication-assisted treatments is to control a specific set of conditions during the early stages of recovery. Once the conditions are addressed, the individual should taper off the medication as they replace negative coping skills with functional behaviors.
MAT isn’t just a treatment; it’s a comprehensive recovery strategy. With the right support and medical guidance, Medication-Assisted Treatment paves the way for sustainable recovery from opioid use disorders. Contact our New Hope Healthcare Institute team today.
MAT combines the use of specific medications with counseling and behavioral therapies to treat opioid use disorders effectively.
Yes, the FDA has approved several drugs, such as buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone, to be safe and effective when combined with proper counseling and psychosocial support.
The duration varies from person to person. While there is no recommended maximum duration, some individuals might need continued treatment, while others might taper off over time.
The main objective of MAT is to manage the immediate symptoms during early recovery stages. As the individual progresses, they taper off the medication, adopting healthier coping mechanisms.
Ideally, every person seeking treatment for OUD should be given access to all three drug options to find the best-suited treatment for their needs.
At New Hope Health in Tennessee, we offer free insurance verification for our clients who feel they need some help. When you contact us, we will carry out the thorough analysis of your addiction problem, and then recommend a workable drug treatment program. Next, we will contact your insurance provider on your behalf and verify your benefits. We will also let you know if you will be responsible for any out-of-pocket expense not covered under your plan.
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Start at Nashville International Airport, 1 Terminal Dr, Nashville, TN 37214.
Head southeast on Terminal Dr. Continue for 1.0 mile.
Merge with I-40 E via the ramp to Knoxville. Travel on I-40 E for approximately 166 miles.
Take exit 373 for TN-332 toward Campbell Station Rd/Farragut. Drive for about 0.2 miles.
Turn right onto TN-332 E/N Campbell Station Rd. Continue for 1.4 miles.
Turn left onto Kingston Pike. Drive for 1.3 miles.
Turn right onto S Peters Rd. Continue for 0.2 miles.
Turn left onto Glenleigh Ct.
Your destination, 100 Glenleigh Ct #101, Knoxville, Tennessee 37934, will be on your left.
Start at Memphis International Airport, 2491 Winchester Rd, Memphis, TN 38116.
Head northwest on Plough Blvd. Continue for 2.4 miles.
Merge onto I-240 E via the ramp to Nashville. Travel on I-240 E for approximately 12.3 miles.
Keep left at the fork to continue on I-40, follow signs for Nashville. Travel on I-40 E for approximately 359 miles.
Take exit 373 for TN-332 toward Campbell Station Rd/Farragut. Drive for about 0.2 miles.
Turn right onto TN-332 E/N Campbell Station Rd. Continue for 1.4 miles.
Turn left onto Kingston Pike. Drive for 1.3 miles.
Turn right onto S Peters Rd. Continue for 0.2 miles.
Turn left onto Glenleigh Ct.
Your destination, 100 Glenleigh Ct #101, Knoxville, Tennessee 37934, will be on your left.
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