Understanding opioid use disorder
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Learn about opioids and the medications used to treat opioid use disorder.
Opioids include substances such as heroin, fentanyl, opium, codeine, oxycodone, hydrocodone, hydromorphone, and morphine. Some other substances, including kratom, can have opioid-like effects and may be associated with similar problems.
Medications used to treat opioid use disorder include buprenorphine products, extended-release naltrexone, and methadone.
At Lott Behavioral Health, we offer buprenorphine and naltrexone options. Methadone for opioid use disorder must be dispensed through a separately licensed opioid treatment program and is not offered at our office.
We provide evaluations at our Lisle office and offer telehealth for patients in Illinois when appropriate. Your clinician will review your history and discuss medication options before treatment begins.
Opioid withdrawal and medication initiation can carry serious risks and should be managed with qualified clinical guidance.