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<\/span>What is Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) refers to the use of medications in combination with counseling and behavioral therapies to treat substance use disorders. This approach is thought to provide a more comprehensive, whole-patient approach to recovery.<\/p>\n

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has reported that the combination of medication and counseling can successfully treat addictions and help people sustain recovery after rehab.[1]<\/p>\n

The most common use of MAT is for the treatment of opioid use disorders or addictions to drugs like heroin, prescription painkillers, and fentanyl, however, medications are sometimes used to treat alcohol use disorder, as well. Today, MAT is recognized as a highly effective, evidence-based approach to treating opioid and alcohol addiction.<\/p>\n

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<\/span>Medications Used in MAT Recovery Programs<\/span><\/h2>\n

There are many different types of medication that may be used in medication-assisted treatment programs in California. All of the medications used are approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Some medications are approved to treat both alcohol and opioid use disorder, while others can only treat one condition.<\/p>\n

Each medication works differently and may not be right for everyone. Please consult with your physician before starting any of the following medications as using them improperly can lead to adverse side effects.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Medications for Opioid Use Disorder<\/span><\/h3>\n

In 2020, more than 2.7 million people aged 12 and older were estimated to have an opioid use disorder (OUD).[2] Opioid addiction can be extremely difficult to overcome, but it is possible with individualized treatment. Certain medications can make achieving sobriety from opioids easier, such as:[3]<\/p>\n

<\/span>Buprenorphine<\/b><\/span><\/h4>\n

Buprenorphine is a partial opioid agonist-antagonist that suppresses and reduces opioid cravings. It can also be given during withdrawal to alleviate opioid detox symptoms. Buprenorphine comes in a few different formulations, including:<\/p>\n