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How do opioids affect endocrine health?
Gain a better understanding of how opioids affect your body. This guide covers how the endocrine system works & the effects of opioids on the endocrine system.
What do families need to know about teens + kratom?
Understand the risks & potential side effects of kratom for teens and learn how to talk to your teens about the dangers of this natural substance.
3 ways to cut the path from MSK pain to opioid addiction
In honor of Pain Awareness Month and Opioid Awareness Day, Vori Health and Ophelia are teaming up to spread awareness of the connection between chronic pain and opioid addiction.
What to know about Suboxone® + cholesterol
Understand the relationship between Suboxone and cholesterol in opioid use disorder treatment. Learn about statins, interactions, and personalized OUD care.
Can you drink alcohol while on Suboxone®?
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.
Microdosing buprenorphine for OUD: What you should know about the Bernese method
Discover the Bernese method, a microdosing approach using buprenorphine for opioid use disorder treatment and learn how it differs from standard methods.
Can detox drinks help you get rid of opioids before a drug test?
Learn about detox drinks and their effectiveness in eliminating drugs before a drug test. Understand their risks & explore solutions for opioid use disorders.
Opioid prescriptions are down from a decade ago, but regional disparities remain
Using data from the CDC, Ophelia explored the state of prescription opioid dispense rates across the U.S. amid a national record low.
A guide to harm reduction
Understand the significance of harm reduction services for drug users and learn about harm reduction services, kits, and how to find local support resources.
Does Suboxone® have sexual side effects?
Explore the potential sexual side effects of Suboxone treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD) and how it may affect sex drive and fertility.
What is the connection between opioid addiction treatment + blood pressure?
Discover the connection between opioid addiction treatment & blood pressure. Learn about Suboxone, potential side effects & medication interactions.
Understanding insurance coverage for Suboxone and MAT: A guide for Keystone First members in Pennsylvania
In this article, we dive into the insurance coverage provided by Keystone First, including their partnership with Ophelia to expand access to Suboxone and MAT.
Understanding insurance coverage for Suboxone and MAT: A guide for Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield members in New York
Learn more about Anthem BCBS NY coverage of medications for addiction treatment (MAT). Get Suboxone in New York with Blue Cross & Blue Shield insurance.
Understanding insurance coverage for Suboxone and MAT: A guide for MVP Healthcare members in New York
Through their partnership with Ophelia, MVP Healthcare NY has extended coverage for MAT services in New York. This coverage includes Suboxone treatment for OUD.
Understanding insurance coverage for Suboxone and MAT: A guide for Healthfirst members in New York
Discover if Healthfirst covers Suboxone and MAT. Learn about the evidence-based care options available through Ophelia's partnership with Healthfirst.
Is Suboxone® costly?
Understand the cost of Suboxone, factors affecting pricing, trends, and strategies to reduce expenses. Find affordable options for opioid use disorder treatment.
Understanding insurance coverage for Suboxone and MAT: A guide for Geisinger members in Pennsylvania
Discover how Geisinger insurance supports Suboxone® + MAT in PA. Learn about coverage, telehealth options, and how Ophelia simplifies access to treatment.
What are the risk factors for misusing prescription opioids?
Understand how prescription opioid abuse may lead users to seek and take illicit drugs to deal with their resulting opioid dependency.
Your guide to remote at-home drug testing at Ophelia
Read this step-by-step guide to learn why and how to take a remote, at-home urine drug test while undergoing online MAT for OUD with Ophelia.
Medicaid prescriptions for opioid use disorder are on the rise. Here's what you need to know
Ophelia explored trends in Medicaid prescriptions for opioid use disorder using data from Kaiser Family Foundation.
New Ophelia Research in JAMA: Remote Drug Testing Works (And It’s a Game-Changer for Opioid Addiction Treatment)
Ophelia researchers have proven that urine drug testing is highly feasible for remote care environments. Read takeaways from the peer-reviewed JAMA study here.
What you need to know about Suboxone® drug interactions
Learn about the potential drug interactions with Suboxone and substances to avoid. Understand the risks & effects with combining Suboxone with other medications.
Understanding your pain management options while taking Suboxone®
Understand what pain management options are available while taking Suboxone and find out which OTC pain relievers are safe to use.
Managing GI health on Suboxone®
Discover how to manage gastrointestinal side effects of Suboxone treatment. Learn about common symptoms, causes, and safe remedies for nausea & constipation.
What is polysubstance abuse?
The chronic use of two or more drugs simultaneously is often called “polysubstance use disorder.” Learn more about the dangers of polysubstance abuse.
Is it safe to take Suboxone and antidepressants/anti-anxiety medications?
It’s important to note that all medications come with risks and side effects — especially if you’re taking more than one simultaneously. Learn more here.
