Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)

Medication assisted treatment (MAT) combines FDA-approved medications with counseling and behavioral support to treat substance use disorders. Our providers work with you to find the medication that best fits your health needs and recovery goals.

Opioid Use Disorder

Buprenorphine, commonly known by the brand name Suboxone, is a partial opioid agonist that reduces withdrawal symptoms and cravings without producing the intense high of full opioid agonists like heroin or fentanyl. Suboxone combines buprenorphine with naloxone to help deter misuse.

• Taken as a sublingual film or tablet, usually once daily

• Reduces opioid cravings and withdrawal symptoms

• Started once you are in mild-to-moderate opioid withdrawal

• Long-term maintenance treatment has been shown to reduce overdose risk and support recovery

Alcohol Use Disorder

Several medications can help reduce cravings and support long-term recovery from alcohol use disorder.

Naltrexone

Naltrexone is an opioid antagonist that blocks the rewarding, pleasurable effects of alcohol, helping to reduce heavy drinking and cravings. It is available as a daily oral tablet, and also as a long-acting injectable medication.

Vivitrol (Long-Acting Injectable Naltrexone)

Vivitrol is an extended-release, injectable form of naltrexone given once monthly by a healthcare provider. It can be especially helpful for patients who have difficulty taking a daily pill.

Gabapentin

Gabapentin is not FDA-approved specifically for alcohol use disorder, but it is widely used off-label to help reduce alcohol cravings and ease withdrawal-related symptoms such as anxiety and insomnia. It may be especially useful for patients in early recovery.

Talk to your provider or Substance Use Navigator to find the medication and treatment plan that is right for you.