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The Opiate Withdrawal Guide
New to withdrawals, or have you been here once too often? Everyone can learn a thing or two from this withdrawal guide. Learn about your various options, how to ease withdrawals, and clear up any misconceptions you may have.
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Codeine
Codeine
Chemical Name: (5alpha,6alpha)-7,8-Didehydro-4,5-epoxy-3-methoxy-17-methylmorphinan-6-ol
Classification: Opiate
Primary Uses: Anagesia, cough suppression, diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Brand Names: Tylenol #3, Codate, Codephos
General Information
Codeine, a natural opiate found in opium and poppy plants, is a ...
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Buprenorphine (Suboxone, Subutex, Tamgesic, Buprenex)
Buprenorphine
Chemical Name: 17-(cyclopropylmethyl)-alpha-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4,5-epoxy- 18,19-dihydro-3-hydroxy-6-methoxy-alpha-methyl-6,14- ethenomorphinan-7-methanol
Classification: Partial opioid agonist
Primary Uses: Opiate dependency treatment, pain relief
Brand Names: Suboxone, Subutex, Buprenex, Temgesic
Slang: Bupe, subs
General Information
Buprenorphine is a partial opioid agonist, that is ...
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The Big List of Opiate Drugs
Below you will find a large list of *common* opiates. There are many others that are not listed, and many more to come. The structure of these can be tweaked ... Full Story »Prescription pharmaceuticals for easing withdrawal
Below is a list of remedies endorsed by medical professionals. These require a prescription and guidance by a physician. This list is not comprehensive, and I do not ... Full Story »Natural and over the counter remedies for easing opiate withdrawal
Below is a list of remedies that others have found useful in aiding in withdrawal. This list is not comprehensive, and I do not condone one or the other. ... Full Story »Opioid Conversion Calculator
When switching medications, voluntarily or not, you need to make sure that you do not inadvertently take more than is needed, resulting in overdose. Below you will find a ... Full Story »Find a Buprenorphine (Suboxone, Subutex) Treatment Doctor
If you are planning to taper with Buprenorphine (Brand name Suboxone, Subutex), you first must find a doctor that is licensed to prescribe it and oversee your treatment. While becoming ...
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Support Groups for Quitting Opiates
Support groups can be an enormous benefit for someone who is considering quitting from opiates (even if you may not think so, if you are truly dedicated to quitting you ...
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