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Get a clear, evidence-based breakdown of Subutex® vs Suboxone® in pregnancy. Learn what current research says about outcomes for your baby, how providers choose an appropriate medication, and how to have an informed conversation with your care team about which option is right for you.

Learn how MetroPlusHealth may cover Suboxone and MAT in New York, including telehealth treatment and support through Ophelia.

Here's how Suboxone, kratom, and 7-OH differ in how they work, their safety profiles, and what the evidence supports.

Zubsolv® and Suboxone® contain the same active ingredients but differ in formulation, dosing, and cost. Learn what sets them apart and how to find the right fit for your treatment.

Switching from methadone to Suboxone® is possible, but it requires careful planning. This guide covers how the transition works, why timing matters, what to expect, and how Ophelia can help.

Everything you need to know about 7-OH so you can decide what’s right for you.

Quick answers about 7-OH: how it’s different from kratom, whether it’s addictive, what withdrawal is like, and if medication can help.

Continuing our goal to make high-quality treatment the standard, everywhere.

Research found the industrial chemical BTMPS in fentanyl. Learn about BTMPS, why it might be appearing in fentanyl supplies, and how people can stay safe.

A recent White House homelessness policy puts cities' harm reduction programs at risk. Here's what this can mean for lifesaving drug treatment efforts.

While opioids aren’t as directly harmful to the liver as alcohol, they do impact liver function in several ways. Discover how opioids affect the liver.

This guide by Ophelia explores the ins and outs of the urinary system. Learn about its bodily function and how drug use affects your kidney and bladder.

With so many of our patients in Pennsylvania, we’ve worked with our partners on the ground to build a comprehensive list of local food, financial, and community resources you can turn to right now.

Find out how the ongoing opioid epidemic affects children and teens. Learn how parents can mitigate risks of opioid misuse for their family.

Debunk common myths about opioid addiction treatment and find out how telemedicine is a flexible and accessible option for those who need treatment.

Explore the pros & cons of combining marijuana with opioid use disorder treatment. Learn how cannabis might aid recovery while understanding the risks.

Even though medical practices have resumed normal operations, telehealth remains a valuable tool for patients who are in recovery or otherwise can’t travel.

Understand what an X-Waivered clinician is, the qualifications it takes to be certified, and why there are not enough to meet the needs of those dealing with OUD.

Fentanyl is all over the news, but are the headlines missing something? Read about 6 common fentanyl myths and the truth behind them here.

Keep up with the latest news on laws regarding fentanyl to find out what state and federal legislators are - and aren’t - doing to keep people safe.

This post covers how to prevent an opioid overdose, how to identify one in an emergency, and what not to do.

Find out about ketamine, its uses, regulations, & therapy. Understand its risks, benefits, and signs of misuse for informed decision-making on treatment options.

Discover the facts about oxycodone's half-life, detection times in blood, urine, saliva & hair, and how to clear this commonly abused opioid from the body.

Understand the basics of oxycodone, where this narcotic drug comes from, how it’s used, and what role it plays in the ongoing opioid epidemic.

Fentanyl's high risk of dependence & overdose make it extremely dangerous. It's important to know what to look for & what forms it comes in to minimize your risk.