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Vivitrol Used in Treatment - Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Centers - Youngstown, OH.

Vivitrol is a medication used to help prevent drug abuse and relapse, and is administered expressly for alcohol and opioid drugs such as heroin and prescription pain killers. Vivitrol is an extended-release type of the drug Naltrexone, that is available via a monthly injection. It isn't addictive, and is what is known as an antagonist. When someone injects Vivitrol, it blocks the receptors that would normally be activated by alcohol or opioids, so when an individual drinks or tries to get high on opioids they essentially can't get high or drunk.

There are particular precautions that should be be taken before an individual is administered Vivitrol. First off, an individual who with the intent to begin Vivitrol must have been off of opioids for at least 7-10 days. This is including people who are involved in opioid maintenance therapy and are being given medications like Buprenorphine or Methadone. For a heroin addict or someone who has been on Methadone for several years, quitting quickly can be brutal, but withdrawal is something they will have to go through for a minimum of 7 days in order to start Vivitrol.

These drugs must be used in conjunction with a rehab program in Youngstown which also includes individual therapy, group therapy and medical supervision. Talk with your therapist or Dr. about how pharmacological tools can help you maintain and build the drug-free life you want.

There are 1 Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Programs offering this service in Youngstown, OH

  • Neil Kennedy Recovery Centers
    330-744-1181
    2151 Rush Boulevard
    Youngstown, OH. 44507

    Treatment Services Offered:
    Vivitrol

    Payment Forms Accepted:
    Access To Recovery Voucher
    Medicaid
    Private Health Insurance
    Cash or Self Payment

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