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Prescription medications can replace street drugs until you are ready for the next step!
Suboxone or Buprenorphine is an opioid medication used to treat pain and opioid addiction.
When used to treat opioid addiction, buprenorphine is combined with naloxone, usually as a pill that is absorbed under the tongue (sublingual). Because naloxone can cause withdrawal if it is injected, adding it to buprenorphine prevents people from misusing the drug.
Methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain and opioid addiction. When used to treat severe pain, methadone is available as a tablet or oral solution. When used to treat opioid addiction, methadone usually comes in the form of a fruit-flavoured drink. The powder is dissolved and taken orally once a day.
Kadian is a long-acting, 24-hour formulation of oral morphine that was added as an alternative OAT option in B.C. in 2017 for opioid addiction, so it is a relatively new treatment approach that is most often used to treat severe opioid addiction. Kadian is a full opioid agonist that has been altered to act more slowly and to last longer in the body than regular morphine. Like methadone, it does no
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We can help with recovery from all drugs:
Fentanyl
Hydromorphone
Fentanyl
Street Names:
Apache, China Girl, China Town, Dance Fever, Friend, Goodfellas, Great Bear, He-Man, Jackpot, King Ivory, Murder 8, and Tango & Cash etc...
Heroin
Hydromorphone
Fentanyl
Street Names:
Junk, H, Smack, Horse, Skag, Dope, China white
Hydromorphone
Hydromorphone
Oxycodone (Oxycontin)
Street Names:
Dust, Juice, Dillies, Smack, D and Footballs
Oxycodone (Oxycontin)
Oxycodone (Oxycontin)
Oxycodone (Oxycontin)
Street Name:
Hillbilly heroin, Blues, Kickers, OC, Oxy, OX, Oxycotton, 40 (specifically for 40-milligram pills), 80 (specifically for 80-milligram pills).
Hydrocodone
Oxycodone (Oxycontin)
Other Opiates
Street Names:
Fluff, Hydros, V-itamin, VIC, Vike, Watson-387
Other Opiates
Oxycodone (Oxycontin)
Other Opiates
Morphine, Codeine, Methadone, Opium, Tramadol, Oxymorphone, Pentazocine, or else...
Crystal Meth
Crystal Meth
Crystal Meth
Street names:
Speed, Crank, Ice, Chalk, Wash, Trash, Dunk, Gak
When and where to get help for opioid addiction?
Signs of Opioid Misuse
- Drowsiness, lack of energy
- Nodding off or losing consciousness
- Confusion
- Restricted pupils
- Slowed, shallow breathing
- Constipation
- Constant scratching
- Nausea, vomiting
- “Track marks” or scars from the use of needles
Behavioral Changes
with Opioid Use
- Unusual elation or euphoria
- Sudden, dramatic mood swings
- Isolation
- Dishonesty, secrecy
- Sudden financial problems
- Issues with work and family
- Legal issues, arrests
- Not keeping commitments
- Noticeable changes in routine
- Taking more medication than prescribed
- Visiting multiple doctors to obtain prescriptions for opioids
Opioid Withdrawal Symptoms
- Aches/pains
- Chills
- Nausea/vomiting
- Runny nose
- Muscle cramps
- Sweating
- Increased heart rate
- Anxiety/restlessness
- Insomnia
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Protecting our families
At PharmadDocs we serve the cause that we deeply believe in. We are the forefront of community protection aiming to safeguard and recover our loved ones.
With the increasing number of deadly opioid overdoses and how close they might be to unaware individuals, we are equipped with everything necessary to keep you safe!
Where to start?
Opioid Agonist Therapy
There is hope for those struggling with opioid addiction. Medications, known as opioid agonists, can be used to alleviate the symptoms of withdrawal and reduce the cravings for illicit opioids. The two most common medications used to treat Opioid Use Disorder are methadone and buprenorphine/naltrexone (Brand name Suboxone®). These medications are long-acting opioids and have unique properties that help stabilize patients physically allowing them to address the behavioral, mental and emotional components of addiction.
Benefits of Opioid Agonist Therapy
- Decreases the possibility of relapse and overdose
- Reduces all-cause mortality for patients with OUD
- Allows patients to maintain commitments to school, work and family while participating in treatment
- Offers a safe and effective way to reduce withdrawal and cravings, allowing patients to get back to living a full and productive life
Why Start Opioid Agonist Therapy
An opioid agonist therapy program may be the right choice to help you overcome your opioid addiction. The following goals can become realities:
- A drug-free lifestyle
- A stable personal, social, family and financial life
- No physical withdrawal symptoms
- Decreased or eliminated drug cravings
- Resolution of legal concerns or participation in illegal activities
- A chance to obtain or complete an education
- A chance at stable employment
- Improved self-esteem, self-worth and independence
- Improved memory, concentration, attention and decision-making
- Improved health and the prevention of drug related health problems (e.g., HIV, Hepatitis, Liver disease, etc.)
- Improved overall quality of life
- A chance to regain respect, trust and relationships with your spouse, children, family members, friends and associates
Treatment Programs
1. Methadone Maintenance Treatment
Methadone maintenance treatment (MMT) has been used for nearly 50 years to bring life back to those suffering from addiction to opioids such as heroin, oxycontin, hydromorphone, fentanyl, morphine, opium, etc.
Methadone maintenance treatment (MMT) has been used for nearly 50 years to bring life back to those suffering from addiction to opioids such as heroin, oxycontin, hydromorphone, fentanyl, morphine, opium, etc.
2. Suboxone Maintenance Treatment
Suboxone maintenance treatment is a program that involves the long-term prescribing of Suboxone as an alternative to the opioid on which the client was dependent/addicted, such as heroin, oxycontin, etc.
Suboxone treatment provides an alternative to methadone maintenance treatment. Maintenance treatment has been shown to be far more effective than detoxification in the treatment of dependence/addiction to opioids such as heroin, oxycontin, hydromorphone, fentanyl, morphine, etc.
3. Morphine Maintenance Treatment
Opioid replacement treatment with slow-release morphine (Kadian) can be used in conjunction with methadone maintenance treatment or by itself, in certain circumstances. We can recognize and utilize it when this option can be used.
Slow-release oral morphine is widely used for pain, but there is growing evidence for its use in the long-term treatment of opioid dependence and addiction. To see if you qualify for this emerging mode of treatment and other details of the program, consult with your physician.
4. We screen patients for symptoms of testosterone deficiency, which can lead to sexual dysfunction and relationship problems.
Evidence shows that correcting low testosterone could cause improvements in sexual functioning. This can help patients affected by opioid-induced and/or age-related declines in testosterone.
5. Treatment of Attention Deficit Disorder
For our patients being treated for substance abuse, we offer diagnosis and treatment of attention deficit disorder.
Adult Attention Deficit Disorder happens more frequently among patients with substance abuse than the general population. Gone untreated, this condition can make substance abuse worse and cause problems in maintaining employment, relationships and working towards recovery. At our clinic, we recognize the importance of this co-occurring disorder.
6. Mental Health Medical Management
For our patients being treated for abuse of opioids, we offer mental health counseling, treatment and referrals.
About 50% of those with addiction have mental health disorders and about 50% of those with mental health disorders have addiction disorders. Discuss with your physician if you believe you suffer from mental health problems. Our physicians are experienced in managing mental health disorders that co-occur with addiction. You can be offered counseling, medication, and referrals.
7. Methadone to Suboxone Conversion
For those patients that wish to wish to switch from methadone to suboxone treatment, or vice versa, we provide this service.
The process of switching from methadone to suboxone programs is often requested by patients. We have great experience in this process and can help patients requesting this service.
8. Suboxone to Sublocade Conversion
For those patients that are already on Suboxone and want to get on a more convenient once a month treatment.
Sublocade is one medication available for treating opioid addiction. It is an injectable form of buprenorphine. The injection is subcutaneous, or under the skin. The medication gradually releases the drug for 28 days. This process effectively manages opioid withdrawal symptoms and reduces cravings over the long term.
Sublocade should be used as part of a complete treatment plan that includes counseling and other care services.
Where to start?
Opioid Agonist Therapy
There is hope for those struggling with opioid addiction. Medications, known as opioid agonists, can be used to alleviate the symptoms of withdrawal and reduce the cravings for illicit opioids. The two most common medications used to treat Opioid Use Disorder are methadone and buprenorphine/naltrexone (Brand name Suboxone®). These medications are long-acting opioids and have unique properties that help stabilize patients physically allowing them to address the behavioral, mental and emotional components of addiction.
Benefits of Opioid Agonist Therapy
- Decreases the possibility of relapse and overdose
- Reduces all-cause mortality for patients with OUD
- Allows patients to maintain commitments to school, work and family while participating in treatment
- Offers a safe and effective way to reduce withdrawal and cravings, allowing patients to get back to living a full and productive life
Why Start Opioid Agonist Therapy
An opioid agonist therapy program may be the right choice to help you overcome your opioid addiction. The following goals can become realities:
- A drug-free lifestyle
- A stable personal, social, family and financial life
- No physical withdrawal symptoms
- Decreased or eliminated drug cravings
- Resolution of legal concerns or participation in illegal activities
- A chance to obtain or complete an education
- A chance at stable employment
- Improved self-esteem, self-worth and independence
- Improved memory, concentration, attention and decision-making
- Improved health and the prevention of drug related health problems (e.g., HIV, Hepatitis, Liver disease, etc.)
- Improved overall quality of life
- A chance to regain respect, trust and relationships with your spouse, children, family members, friends and associates
Treatment Programs
1. Methadone Maintenance Treatment
Methadone maintenance treatment (MMT) has been used for nearly 50 years to bring life back to those suffering from addiction to opioids such as heroin, oxycontin, hydromorphone, fentanyl, morphine, opium, etc.
Methadone maintenance treatment (MMT) has been used for nearly 50 years to bring life back to those suffering from addiction to opioids such as heroin, oxycontin, hydromorphone, fentanyl, morphine, opium, etc.
2. Suboxone Maintenance Treatment
Suboxone maintenance treatment is a program that involves the long-term prescribing of Suboxone as an alternative to the opioid on which the client was dependent/addicted, such as heroin, oxycontin, etc.
Suboxone treatment provides an alternative to methadone maintenance treatment. Maintenance treatment has been shown to be far more effective than detoxification in the treatment of dependence/addiction to opioids such as heroin, oxycontin, hydromorphone, fentanyl, morphine, etc.
3. Morphine Maintenance Treatment
Opioid replacement treatment with slow-release morphine (Kadian) can be used in conjunction with methadone maintenance treatment or by itself, in certain circumstances. We can recognize and utilize it when this option can be used.
Slow-release oral morphine is widely used for pain, but there is growing evidence for its use in the long-term treatment of opioid dependence and addiction. To see if you qualify for this emerging mode of treatment and other details of the program, consult with your physician.
4. We screen patients for symptoms of testosterone deficiency, which can lead to sexual dysfunction and relationship problems.
Evidence shows that correcting low testosterone could cause improvements in sexual functioning. This can help patients affected by opioid-induced and/or age-related declines in testosterone.
5. Treatment of Attention Deficit Disorder
For our patients being treated for substance abuse, we offer diagnosis and treatment of attention deficit disorder.
Adult Attention Deficit Disorder happens more frequently among patients with substance abuse than the general population. Gone untreated, this condition can make substance abuse worse and cause problems in maintaining employment, relationships and working towards recovery. At our clinic, we recognize the importance of this co-occurring disorder.
6. Mental Health Medical Management
For our patients being treated for abuse of opioids, we offer mental health counseling, treatment and referrals.
About 50% of those with addiction have mental health disorders and about 50% of those with mental health disorders have addiction disorders. Discuss with your physician if you believe you suffer from mental health problems. Our physicians are experienced in managing mental health disorders that co-occur with addiction. You can be offered counseling, medication, and referrals.
7. Methadone to Suboxone Conversion
For those patients that wish to wish to switch from methadone to suboxone treatment, or vice versa, we provide this service.
The process of switching from methadone to suboxone programs is often requested by patients. We have great experience in this process and can help patients requesting this service.
8. Suboxone to Sublocade Conversion
For those patients that are already on Suboxone and want to get on a more convenient once a month treatment.
Sublocade is one medication available for treating opioid addiction. It is an injectable form of buprenorphine. The injection is subcutaneous, or under the skin. The medication gradually releases the drug for 28 days. This process effectively manages opioid withdrawal symptoms and reduces cravings over the long term.
Sublocade should be used as part of a complete treatment plan that includes counseling and other care services.
We are all in this together! A word from CEO
Every step counts! Enjoy the stride! Together we go far.
Recreational drug use can create the best and worst memories of a lifetime for an individual!
Unfortunately, opiates are severely addictive and a single recreational use can change someone's life forever!
"PharmaDocs Plus+" pharmacy and clinic is a location for all your drug needs and prescriptions.
Here we provide the most successful approaches for addiction treatments which are proven to be effective by Health Canada and FDA.
We know that it can be hard and scary to stop using all at once. Our programs are not a one-size-fits-all, you can just start with a program and then work your way towards stopping. It can take days or months before you stop using but we are with you all the way and we make sure you are in control of your therapy.
All we can say is don't be afraid, take the first step, and get in contact with us. We will work together to make sure you are comfortable and taken care of every step of the way!
You can plan ahead and make an appointment through the website, you can call us during business hours and we will guide you through your first appointment, send us a message, or just walk in and we will take care of you!
Our doctors and pharmacists are super friendly and dedicated to our cause. We have your best interest at heart.
Thank you for being awesome!
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