Suboxone FAQ

Suboxone is the most well known FDA approved medication used to treat opioid dependence. Suboxone helps relieve symptoms of opiate withdrawal and suppresses cravings. You can take Suboxone as part of a medical provider led treatment program. Bicycle Health prescribes Suboxone online as part of our treatment.

Suboxone

Does Suboxone interact with other drugs or medications?
Is Suboxone safe for people with a co-existing psychological illness?
What happens if I miss a Suboxone dose?
Can I have an allergic reaction to Suboxone?
Can minors receive Suboxone treatment?
Does Suboxone interact with cannabis?
Can I switch from methadone to Suboxone?
How soon can I resume my work schedule after starting with Suboxone?
How should I store Suboxone?
Can I cut Suboxone a film or tablet?
How does buprenorphine work in the brain?
What strengths does Suboxone come in?
Can Suboxone cause respiratory depression?
How long should you let Suboxone dissolve?
What is buprenorphine?
What is Suboxone used for?
What are the benefits of taking Suboxone to stop opioid use?
Is Suboxone an opiate?
Is Suboxone a narcotic?
Can I get addicted to Suboxone?
Will I be able to function on Suboxone?
Can I take Suboxone while pregnant?
Does Suboxone help with pain?
Should I take Suboxone pills or Suboxone strips?
How long does Suboxone stay in your system?
How does Suboxone interact with alcohol?
Why do my other providers need to know I’m taking Suboxone?
Will Suboxone help with the anxiety I feel during withdrawals?
How long will it take to complete the Suboxone treatment?
Will I be able to stop taking Suboxone once I’m better?
Will I go through withdrawal when I want to come off of Suboxone?
What’s the difference between Suboxone and methadone?
I’ve tried methadone and I don’t like it; how do I know Suboxone will work for me?
How much does Suboxone cost?
Where can I get Suboxone coupons?

Telehealth

Is my medical information confidential?
Is telehealth safe/real?

Treatment

Who can prescribe Suboxone?
Does insurance cover Suboxone treatments?
Are all patients a good fit for Suboxone treatment?
What happens before my first MAT appointment?
What should I expect at my first MAT appointment?
What is MAT?
I've only used opioids for a month, do I need treatment?
Is it legal to get a Suboxone prescription online?
Does your clinic ever prescribe Subutex (Bup-mono)?
What is the transition from Subutex (Bup-Mono) to Suboxone (Bup/Nal) like?
What’s the difference between short term use of Suboxone (a short taper) and long-term treatment?
How do I know if I need long-term care?
What is our success rate with patients who taper off Suboxone and stay clean?
What happens if a provider decides I'm not a good fit for the program, or that I don't need the medications?

Withdrawal from Opioids

Do I have to be in withdrawal before starting Suboxone?
How long do I have to be in withdrawal before starting Suboxone?
What can I do to stop experiencing withdrawal symptoms from opioids?

Drug Tests

Does Suboxone show up on a drug test?
Why do you require urine drug screens?
What happens if I fail a urine drug screen during treatment?