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The Buprenorphine Program provides treatment in a welcoming and private office-based setting for people who are dependent on opioids such as pain pills, heroin and methadone. The Program uses Suboxone, a medication that is also an opioid. Suboxone, which has been used for many years to relieve pain, was recently approved in the U.S. for the treatment of opioid dependence. Suboxone acts differently from other opioids and these differences make it an effective medication for maintenance and detoxification treatment.
The Program's treatment includes evaluations by our clinical staff. Once a client is determined to be appropriate for Suboxone treatment, transition and stabilization on the medication takes place. Clients are maintained on Suboxone and a prescription for the medication is given. Detoxification is also a treatment option.
The Buprenorphine Program at Columbia University advances the idea of drug abuse as a medical condition that can be treated safely and effectively in the community by a certified physician. Patients may call us directly to inquire about the program and to discuss any questions or concerns they may have about Suboxone for maintenance or detoxification.
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