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Thrive Medical - Raam Clinic Toronto

Sublocade Injection For Opioid Use

At Thrive Medical, we understand the challenges faced by individuals struggling with opioid use disorder (OUD). Our Sublocade injection treatment offers a proven, effective option to support your journey toward recovery. By reducing cravings and preventing withdrawal, Sublocade allows patients to focus on healing, therapy, and rebuilding their lives.

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Is Sublocade Injection Right for You?

Sublocade is recommended for adults diagnosed with moderate to severe opioid use disorder who have been stabilized on transmucosal buprenorphine-containing products. Our team at Thrive Medical will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan and initiate/stabilize treatment, then coordinate ongoing maintenance and psychosocial supports with community providers.

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Understanding Sublocade

Sublocade is an advanced, long-acting medication used in the treatment of opioid dependence. At Thrive Medical, Sublocade is offered as part of a structured treatment program that combines medical care with counselling and holistic support.

Sublocade injection is an extended-release buprenorphine injection designed for adults with moderate to severe opioid use disorder. It works as part of a complete treatment plan that includes counselling and psychosocial support to manage opioid addiction effectively. Administered once monthly by a healthcare provider, Sublocade steadily releases medication to reduce withdrawal symptoms and opioid cravings.

Sublocade is a long-acting opioid partial agonist that targets opioid receptors in the brain, helping to prevent withdrawal symptoms and reduce the rewarding effects of illicit opioids. This extended-release buprenorphine injection is given just under the skin in the abdominal area. The medication forms a small gel depot that slowly releases buprenorphine into the bloodstream over several weeks to maintain stable blood levels. This means patients no longer need to worry about remembering daily doses or the risks associated with misuse or diversion.

  • Reduced Withdrawal Symptoms: Helps manage opioid withdrawal symptoms, making recovery more manageable.
  • Monthly Injection: Unlike daily oral medications, Sublocade is administered once a month, improving treatment adherence.
  • Lower Risk of Misuse: The extended-release formulation reduces the potential for diversion and misuse.
  • Supports Treatment Success: When combined with counselling and addiction support, Sublocade injection enhances recovery outcomes.
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What to Expect at Thrive Medical

Our healthcare providers administer Sublocade by subcutaneous injection in the abdomen. After your first injection, a small lump at the site is common and usually diminishes over several weeks. We monitor your overall health (including liver function when clinically indicated) to support safety and effectiveness.

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Safety and Precautions

At Thrive Medical, our team carefully screens each patient to ensure Sublocade is safe and effective for their recovery journey.

  • Sublocade must be administered only by a trained healthcare provider in a clinical setting and is distributed under a controlled program in Canada.
  • It should never be injected into a vein due to serious risks such as respiratory depression and pulmonary embolism.
  • Avoid alcohol and benzodiazepines or other sedatives during treatment due to increased overdose risk.
  • Inform your healthcare provider about any mental illness, liver issues, or other medications you are taking to avoid drug interactions.
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If you or a loved one is struggling with opioid dependence, Thrive Medical is here to help. Our compassionate healthcare providers are dedicated to supporting you through every step of your recovery journey with Sublocade injection and comprehensive addiction support. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn more about how Sublocade injection can be a vital part of your treatment plan.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sublocade is used to treat adults with moderate to severe opioid use disorder as part of a complete treatment program that includes counselling and psychosocial support.

Sublocade may be the right treatment option for individuals who:

  • Struggle with opioid use disorder and want freedom from daily medication.
  • Have difficulty adhering to daily pill regimens.
  • Are at risk of misusing or diverting oral medications.
  • Seek long-term stability to focus on counselling and lifestyle changes.
  • Prefer a discreet, once-monthly treatment option.

No, patients must be stabilized on a transmucosal buprenorphine-containing product (like Suboxone) for at least 7 days before starting Sublocade to confirm tolerability.

Suboxone is a daily oral medication, while Sublocade is a monthly injection that delivers a steady dose of buprenorphine without daily administration.

Yes, Sublocade must never be injected into a vein due to risks of respiratory depression and pulmonary embolism. It should only be administered by trained healthcare providers in the Sublocade REMS program.

No, drinking alcohol while on Sublocade can increase the risk of severe drowsiness, respiratory depression, and other serious side effects.

Common side effects include injection site pain, redness, constipation, nausea, headache, and tiredness.

Contact your healthcare provider as soon as possible. Occasional delays up to two weeks may not significantly affect treatment, but timely dosing is important.

Yes, stopping Sublocade suddenly can cause opioid withdrawal symptoms. Always consult your healthcare provider before discontinuing treatment.

Sublocade may cause neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome if used during pregnancy. Discuss risks and benefits with your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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