Treating opioid dependence with medication

Your doctor has talked with you about buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone or another brand) or has prescribed it for you. This fact sheet explains how the treatment works, how to take it, and the conditions for obtaining it.

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Treating alcohol dependence with medication