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If you or a loved one are struggling with opioid use disorder, know that treatment works and recovery is possible. Opioid use disorder can be successfully treated with a combination of medications, counseling and behavioral therapies designed to treat the whole person. Convenient treatment options are available in communities all over Washington, including through tribal health providers.
Medications for Opioid Use
Disorder (MOUD)
Everyone’s journey to recovery is different. Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) or Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) are the most effective treatment. Many people also benefit from other therapies. Below are the kinds of medications used to treat opioid use disorder, and how they can meet different needs.
BUPRENORPHINE/SUBOXONE®
Prevents opioid withdrawal symptoms and cravings to focus on recovery
Can be offered in any medical setting that has a DATA 2000 waived prescriber
Comes in several forms: a pill, a film under the tongue, as a 6-month implant under the skin or as a monthly injectable form.
Available to pregnant and parenting women
METHADONE
Prevents opioid withdrawal symptoms and cravings to focus on recovery
Dispensed only in certified clinics
Comes in liquid or pill form
Available to pregnant and parenting women
NALTREXONE/VIVITROL®/REVIA®
Blocks the effects of opioids
Can be offered in any medical setting
Can come in a monthly injection
Can be effective in treating opioid and alcohol use disorder
What can a journey to recovery look like? Visit our Recovery page.
pregnant and parenting
Chronic opioid use during pregnancy can lead to complications for both the birth parent and the baby, including the development of drug withdrawal in the newborn called neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS).
If you or a loved one is expecting, it is important to take steps now for a healthy pregnancy, a healthy baby, and a healthy you. You are not alone and seeking treatment is a positive step for you and your baby’s future.
Treatment is most effective when it includes medication along with mental, emotional, spiritual, and cultural support.
Medication can stop and prevent withdrawal and reduce opioid cravings, allowing you to focus on your recovery and caring for your baby. Buprenorphine and Methadone are safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Talk with your doctor, tribal behavioral health provider, or other health care professional about the best treatment for you and your baby.
Do you work with pregnant or parenting people?
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WA Tribal Opioid Solutions is designed to inform and educate tribal communities about opioid misuse prevention,overdose response,and treatment. This campaign is funded by the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA).