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Ophelia analyzed data and studies from the National Institutes of Health to break down the stigmatization of medication-assisted treatment.

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

Navigate the fine line between opioid dependence & addiction. Understand the crucial distinctions, risks, and how to ensure safe prescription practices.

Understand Suboxone's role in pain relief. Learn about buprenorphine's effects and alternatives for pain management in opioid use disorder patients.

Understand the impact of missing Suboxone doses. Learn about the dosing, what happens after a day's miss, and the risks of consecutive misses.

Find out how the BARC-10 assessment is used in SUD recovery. Understand its questions, score interpretation, and how it enhances self-reflection for treatment.

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

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.

Expanding access to medication-based care and improving treatment retention for patients with OUD is vital to address the worsening opioid overdose crisis.

Ophelia examined how naloxone access varies by state using data compiled by the SAFE Project, a nonprofit organization working to combat America's opioid epidemic.

“Suboxone has been the only treatment that allowed me not to think about the addiction anymore” — Alan, Ophelia patient since 2021.

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

Find out how the telehealth process works for opioid use treatment. Discover how telehealth visits can be tailored to your needs and provide personal care.

Discover the impact of telehealth on opioid addiction treatment with benefits like better access to experts and improved patient retention.

Make an informed decision on your recovery journey by exploring the benefits, side effects, and considerations of long-term Suboxone use for OUD treatment.

Discover the latest research on using buprenorphine during and after surgery for OUD patients. Learn about balancing pain management and recovery.

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.

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.

Understand the relationship between Suboxone and cholesterol in opioid use disorder treatment. Learn about statins, interactions, and personalized OUD care.

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.

Discover the Bernese method, a microdosing approach using buprenorphine for opioid use disorder treatment and learn how it differs from standard methods.

Learn about detox drinks and their effectiveness in eliminating drugs before a drug test. Understand their risks & explore solutions for opioid use disorders.

Using data from the CDC, Ophelia explored the state of prescription opioid dispense rates across the U.S. amid a national record low.

Understand the significance of harm reduction services for drug users and learn about harm reduction services, kits, and how to find local support resources.

Explore the potential sexual side effects of Suboxone treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD) and how it may affect sex drive and fertility.