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I had a very close ex-girlfriend who went on subs but wanted desperately to get out of the whole game. After I went to an inpatient treatment center and learne

by cubano 11y ago

I had a very close ex-girlfriend who went on subs but wanted desperately to get out of the whole game. After I went to an inpatient treatment center and learned from the professionals there that kicking subs was way harder then heroin, and saw with my own eyes a few people there who were having a bitch of time. I ended up telling her this, and strongly advised her to get back on heroin for a week and then kick...she followed my advice and thanked me for profusely as she tried the sub detox taper and couldn't make it work.

s_q_b 11y ago
Suboxone for heroin addicts is like benzodiazepines for alcohol withdrawal. It should only be used in the initial withdrawal period for a short period of time. The proper protocol is to substitute the short-acting heroin for the longer half-life Suboxone. This stabilizes the blood levels, thereby eliminating inter-dose withdrawal symptoms. The dose is supposed to be titrated to zero over a few weeks. Otherwise you'll just end up swapping on addiction for another. It's a shame, because Buprenorphine is a really good medication when used properly.