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How Long Do Suboxone Withdrawal Symptoms Last?

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Posted on Mon, 5 May 2014
Question: How long do Suboxone withdrawals last?
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Answered by Dr. Michelle Gibson James (1 hour later)
Brief Answer: can take 8 to 12 weeks for complete withdrawal Detailed Answer: HI, thanks for using healthcare magic Suboxone is a combination of buprenorphine and naloxone. Because the structure of buprenorphine is different compared to other opiates, the withdrawal tends to be less severe. Suboxone, like other opiates, binds to receptors (attaching points) in the body. The withdrawal can last as long as it takes for the body to make new receptors which is 8 to 12 weeks, this is how long it can take for withdrawal in some persons though symptoms may be improving slowly before this time. As mentioned to severity of the withdrawal from this opiate is normally less severe when compared to others. I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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How Long Do Suboxone Withdrawal Symptoms Last?

Brief Answer: can take 8 to 12 weeks for complete withdrawal Detailed Answer: HI, thanks for using healthcare magic Suboxone is a combination of buprenorphine and naloxone. Because the structure of buprenorphine is different compared to other opiates, the withdrawal tends to be less severe. Suboxone, like other opiates, binds to receptors (attaching points) in the body. The withdrawal can last as long as it takes for the body to make new receptors which is 8 to 12 weeks, this is how long it can take for withdrawal in some persons though symptoms may be improving slowly before this time. As mentioned to severity of the withdrawal from this opiate is normally less severe when compared to others. I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions