Of San Antonio's 22 drug rehab centers, 6 report methadone rehab.
Call (888) 470-5244Methadone is a long acting opioid medication dispensed through federally certified opioid treatment programs. Taken once daily, it prevents withdrawal and blunts cravings without the highs and crashes of short acting opioids, and decades of research back it for opioid addiction.
In San Antonio, methadone treatment starts with daily visits to a certified clinic, and stable patients can earn take home doses over time. Of San Antonio's 22 rehab centers, 6 report methadone used in treatment.
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No. For addiction treatment, methadone can only be dispensed through opioid treatment programs certified by SAMHSA, which is why fewer centers offer it.
Often a year or more. Longer time in treatment is linked to better outcomes, and any taper should be gradual and medically supervised.
Both work. Methadone requires clinic visits and can suit heavier or longer opioid use. Buprenorphine (Suboxone) can be prescribed in regular office settings. A prescriber can help you choose.