hypothetically speaking how does one get started on this treatment? I've been on pain meds for a few years I recently tried not taking my meds and after about 24hrs I started not feeling very well and by 36hrs I was so sick everyone thought I had the flu which is what it felt like... I could not take it anymore and started taking my meds again within about an hour I was healthy again. I can not believe how sick I got..... people suggested methadone not subutex cuz the fact I have cronic pain so methadone may be my best choice as I still need pain controlled and methadone will do both control pain plus help me stop the oxycodone meds. Is this true? Can I just walk into a methadone clinic myself and talk to someone about my situation? Will they start treatment that day if I tell them I am out of meds and do not want anymore refills and I am in withdrawl. How does this work? Do I need my Dr. to send me for insurance to cover...I can't miss work though.

Does anyone know what the drug Subutexis called in Mexico? It is a drug that is used to treat people with addictions to opiates.

i recently got a "suboxone" pill from a friend in order to detox from a heroin addiction. he said that he was broke so the doctor gave him a cheaper option than the normal orange, hexagonal 8 mg tablet. the pill is shaped like a rectangular box-like thing that is sweet to the taste and purple in color. did i get ripped off, or has anyone heard of this type of suboxone?

Anyone been on Subutex/Suboxone (Buprenorphine) for few years & how did you reduce & come off I mean i have been on Subutex for 2 years and i dont know how to reduce, i heard you dont get any Withdrawal Symptoms at all if you reduce slowly, but anyone with any experiance can give me adice and information please, thanks