Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) in Palm Beach, FL
Substance abuse is a condition that can affect anyone, including residents of West Palm Beach. Fortunately, overcoming addiction does not always require an extended stay in an inpatient facility.
Substance abuse is highly treatable through our specialized outpatient detox and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) programs. MAT is an evidence-based approach that combines FDA-approved medications with counseling and behavioral therapies. This comprehensive method treats the “whole patient,” providing a safe, comfortable, and highly effective pathway to long-term recovery while allowing you to maintain your daily life and responsibilities.
Outpatient Detox and MAT for Opiate Addiction
For patients battling opioid and opiate addiction, we utilize advanced medications centered around buprenorphine. Medications such as Suboxone, Sublocade (a once-monthly injection), and Subutex are partial opioid agonists. This means they bind to the same receptors in the brain as illicit opiates or prescription painkillers, but without producing the dangerous “high” or respiratory depression. By satisfying the brain’s physical need for the substance, buprenorphine drastically reduces intense cravings and completely blocks agonizing withdrawal symptoms, creating a stable foundation for the patient to engage in their psychological recovery.
Naltrexone and Vivitrol for Alcohol Dependence
For individuals struggling with alcohol dependence, our outpatient program heavily utilizes Naltrexone, commonly administered as the extended-release injectable known as Vivitrol. Unlike buprenorphine, Naltrexone is an opioid antagonist. It works by blocking the euphoric effects and feelings of intoxication that alcohol typically produces in the brain. By removing the “reward” associated with drinking, Vivitrol significantly diminishes the urge and cravings to consume alcohol. This medication is a powerful tool to help prevent relapse, allowing patients to focus fully on their therapeutic healing and rebuilding their lives.
Medications Used in Our MAT Programs
- Buprenorphine (Suboxone, Sublocade, Subutex)
- Naltrexone (Vivitrol)
Medication-Assisted Treatment West Palm Beach FL
Call our West Palm Beach MAT and Substance Abuse treatment center today at (561) 444-7044 for more information on our outpatient detox treatment programs or visit us at 44 Cocoanut Row, m-202, Palm Beach, FL, 33480.
MAT Medications: Detailed Guides
Dr. Agresti offers individualized medication-assisted treatment using three FDA-approved medications. Each works differently — explore the detailed pages below to understand which may be right for you:
- Suboxone (Buprenorphine/Naloxone) — A daily sublingual film combining buprenorphine and naloxone for opioid use disorder. Office-based, telehealth-eligible, and far more convenient than methadone clinic visits.
- Sublocade (Monthly Buprenorphine Injection) — Once-monthly injectable buprenorphine for patients already stabilized on Suboxone. Eliminates daily dosing, removes medication from the home, and provides consistent blood levels all month.
- Vivitrol (Naltrexone Extended-Release Injection) — A once-monthly opioid-free injection that blocks the reward effects of both opioids and alcohol. Ideal for motivated patients who have completed detox and prefer a non-opioid approach.
Not sure which medication is right for your recovery? Call Dr. Agresti’s office at 561-760-4107 for a confidential consultation. We serve Palm Beach, West Palm Beach, and patients throughout Florida via telehealth.
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