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Discover the connection between opioid addiction treatment & blood pressure. Learn about Suboxone, potential side effects & medication interactions.

Alcohol might seem like less of a problem than opioid drugs, but it does not mix with Suboxone—in fact, combining them can be dangerous. Not only is alcohol risky on its own, but as a depressant, it can amplify the effects of medications with sedative properties, including Suboxone.

Explore the impact of Suboxone on the brain and its role in OUD treatment. Learn how buprenorphine & naloxone components work and their effects over time.

Kratom is one of the latest substances touted as a treatment for opioid withdrawal. Discover its potential benefits, risks, and medical expert opinions.

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.

Learn where to get emergency food assistance, financial support, and community help so you don’t face the gap alone.

Zack Gray drew inspiration for his startup dedicated to addressing the opioid crisis from Ophelia’s story and named the company after her: Ophelia Health.

Find out how to determine the right Suboxone dose for opioid use disorder treatment. Learn about dosage, administration, and signs of insufficient dosage.

Discover the mental health benefits of Suboxone for opioid use disorder. Explore how Suboxone may impact serotonin levels and alleviate depressive symptoms.

Ophelia explores how buprenorphine helps the body overcome opioid addiction, citing research from a variety of government and scientific sources.

Subutex helps treat opioid dependence by activating the same receptors in the brain triggered by drugs. Find out how Subutex works—and who it's for—in this

Find out more about Brixadi for opioid addiction treatment. Understand how it works, its benefits, side effects, and differences from Sublocade.

Ophelia researched the differences between methadone and buprenorphine for treating opioid use disorder using medical journals, studies, and government resources.

Here’s what you should know about the similarities and differences between Suboxone and Subutex.

If you’re on Medicaid or eligible to enroll, you might be wondering: Does Medicaid cover drug treatment services? Learn more about Medicaid coverage!

Find out if Medicaid covers Suboxone® for opioid use disorder (OUD) treatment, including state-specific eligibility, generic alternatives, and telehealth options.

Everything you need to know about coverage, the cost of Suboxone®, + more.

Ophelia provides valuable opioid addiction resources to Pennsylvanians. Our telehealth care options are covered by the Highmark BCBS PA Medicaid plans.

Suboxone treatment for OUD is covered by Medicaid in Pennsylvania. Find Suboxone doctors that accept United Healthcare–learn how to get Suboxone with Medicaid.

Low-dose naltrexone (LDN) is a small dose of naltrexone, a medication commonly used to treat opioid use disorder (OUD). Learn more about low-dose naltrexone.

Learn about the benefits of FDA-approved medicine, Naltrexone, and why it isn’t always the best starting point compared to Suboxone®.

Discover how to manage gastrointestinal side effects of Suboxone treatment. Learn about common symptoms, causes, and safe remedies for nausea & constipation.