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Is Suboxone® a controlled substance?
Learn about Suboxone's status as a controlled substance. Discover its schedule classification and how it impacts prescriptions and access to treatment.
Understanding insurance coverage for Suboxone and MAT: A guide for Keystone First members in Pennsylvania
Does Keystone First insurance cover Suboxone and MAT? Explore the accessible care options available through Ophelia’s partnership with Keystone First.
Understanding insurance coverage for Suboxone and MAT: A guide for Geisinger members in Pennsylvania
Discover if Geisinger covers Suboxone and MAT for OUD. Learn about the effective treatment options available through Geisinger’s partnership with Ophelia.
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.
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.
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.
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.
What is precipitated withdrawal?
Precipitated withdrawal occurs when a patient withdraws due to medications for addiction treatment (MAT), not abstaining from using a given drug.
How buprenorphine helps the body overcome opioid addiction
Ophelia explores how buprenorphine helps the body overcome opioid addiction, citing research from a variety of government and scientific sources.
Treating opioid addiction in the LGBTQ+ community: why we need to do better
Find out why LGBTQ people are at a greater risk of developing opioid addiction and how Ophelia is providing the best treatment for this community.
Is ADHD medication addictive?
Understand the different types of medications used to treat ADHD, their risks, and the potential for addiction.
Can MAT patients safely take Adderall®?
Discover the relationship between MAT and Adderall use for ADHD. Understand the risks of addiction and potential interactions.
The surprising link between prescription opioids + anxiety
Find out how prescription opioids interact with anxiety and related disorders to better understand how to treat pain and manage stress.
Understanding the connections between substance use disorder + mental health co-occurrences
Understand the connection between substance use disorder & mental health. Learn about co-occurring conditions, risk factors, and available treatments.
Is kratom actually effective for mental health?
Kratom is becoming an increasingly popular alternative for mental health treatments. Find out how it can be addictive and may potentially make symptoms worse.
While Narcan can reverse opioid overdoses in the short term, these two treatments can help patients overcome addiction altogether
Ophelia researched the differences between methadone and buprenorphine for treating opioid use disorder using medical journals, studies, and government resources.
What are communities doing to make naloxone more accessible?
Discover how communities are increasing access to naloxone to combat the opioid crisis and how this increased availability can help save more lives.
The opioid epidemic and minors
Find out how the ongoing opioid epidemic affects children and teens. Learn how parents can mitigate risks of opioid misuse for their family.
PTSD and substance use
Understand the relationship between PTSD and substance use. Learn about the common causes of PTSD and the risks associated with self-medication.
Is it safe to use kratom for opiate withdrawal?
Kratom is one of the latest substances touted as a treatment for opioid withdrawal. Discover its potential benefits, risks, and medical expert opinions.
