GRC provides one of the leading medication-assisted treatment programs in Pennsylvania. We understand that recovery is an ongoing, lifelong process. Our dedicated recovery team works together to ensure that you have the support you need every step of the way.
One of the core treatment options we provide is Medications to treat Substance Use Disorder, originally known as MAT, or medication-assisted treatment. Medications to treat Substance Use Disorder is the use of FDA-approved medications coupled with counseling and behavioral therapy to provide a whole-person approach to treatment. Medications to treat Substance Use Disorder programs are clinically proven to help patients safely withdraw from alcohol and substance misuse, as well as decrease the risk of relapse. The team at Gateway Rehab is trained to tailor treatment to each individual patient’s needs.
If you are struggling with alcohol or opioid dependency, our clinicians will guide you to understand your treatment options for your specific addiction diagnosis. Put your ‘medication-assisted treatment near me’ searches to rest. Get started on your recovery journey at Gateway Rehab today.
One of the essential components of Gateway Rehab’s services is our medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder, also known as Medications for Substance Use Disorder. Suboxone, Sublocade, Vivitrol, and ReVia are USDA-approved prescription medications that allow patients to gradually and safely wean off opioids and are administered in conjunction with psychosocial therapy. These medications carry high success rates and have a low risk of misuse.
Sublocade is taken as a once-per-month extended-release injection for moderate to severe opioid use disorder and contains the active ingredient buprenorphine. Before starting Sublocade, a patient must take an oral form of buprenorphine that dissolves inside the cheek or under the tongue for 7 days.
Suboxone is taken once a day and comes as a film that is placed inside the cheek or under the tongue. Suboxone contains the active ingredients buprenorphine and naloxone, which help to control physical cravings, block the pleasurable effects of opioids, and prevent relapse.
Vivitrol is an extended-release monthly injection containing naltrexone and is used to prevent opioid and alcohol dependence after detox. Patients receiving Vivitrol injections must be completely opioid-free for a minimum of 7 to 14 days before starting this medication. Using any opioids in the one to two-week window before starting Vivitrol can trigger symptoms of opioid withdrawal. Vivitrol is not a narcotic and is non-addictive.
ReVia is taken orally in tablet form and is used to treat opioid and alcohol dependency. It works similarly to Vivitrol in that it blocks the pleasurable, euphoric effects of opioid drugs, and can prevent relapse in patients who have detoxed. It’s important to note that although ReVia is designed to reduce one’s urge to drink, it will not help you sober up if you are already intoxicated.
Gateway Rehab is proud to partner with Pinnacle Treatment Center to now serve patients who choose to maintain methadone maintenance while in our care. This service is available at our Main Campus in Center Twp. for those receiving withdrawal management and residential treatment, as well as those in our Men’s Halfway House in Beaver Falls.
Those interested in this option should discuss the necessary paperwork with GRC’s team when receiving an initial assessment. Some examples include:
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No. Only medical professionals (including doctors, nurses, and physician assistants) who have undergone hours of specialized training are qualified to prescribe to patients
A medication-assisted treatment approach is designed to treat alcohol, tobacco, and opioid dependency. When it pertains to opioids, medication typically supports patients struggling with addiction to:
Yes. Buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone are all FDA-approved for the treatment of opioid dependence and are safe to use for months, years, or even over the course of one’s entire life. Always consult with a doctor before discontinuing the use of these medications.
How long a person spends going through medication-assisted treatment will depend completely on the individual, just as it does with the treatment of any other illness. Some will require several months of Medications for Substance Use Disorder treatment before measurable, meaningful progress is made. Others will need to be treated with medication indefinitely. The FDA recommends that every person with opioid dependency be periodically reevaluated to determine whether or not medication should be reinstated.
At Gateway Rehab, we make it easy to get started. Just schedule a free first appointment with us online, or give your nearest Gateway Rehab Location a call. We’re excited to help you find your hope.