Suboxene the "NEW" methadone

[godezzofchaos]

Is it just me or does it seem like Suboxene is NOW , what methadone used to be?  I just read a post that said "what is the harm in staying on it , at a low dose if it keeps you clean"  well that is EXACTLY how (my clinic anyway) looks at MMT(methadone maintence). I for one think there is absolutly nothing wrong with taking it everyday if you use it the way it should be...addiction is a disease, that perhaps we have finally found the treatment for.  No one downs a diabetic for taking their insulin??  Just a thought.  It will be interesting to see what the consensus is on Suboxene 10 years from now...as we all know ..hind sight is 20/20!!!

[godezzofchaos]

So glad you all enjoyed the thread..ya never know when ya post a comment. Thanks for the love and support everyone, as a current methadone user I cannot tell you how refreshing it is to FINALLY have support...being in AGREEMENT with my choice is different than SUPPORTING my choice, once we all learn and know the difference true acceptance can be had.  I have that from you guys, and especially from my new and hopefully lasting friendship with SAD. She and I are on complete opposite sides of the spectrum, a sort of "RECOVERY ODD-COUPLE" but we agree to listen and support and I value her views and input, as I know she does mine. Thanks again!!

[ochooked]

Totally agree with Avis 100% ----- This has been one of those threads where, for the most part, everyone can express their view and no one gives or receives offense --.  This is the 'model' for the whole site and I am proud to be here --- -- I received so much from the people on this site as I had a chance to see 'big' hearts ----- and I received so much help and encouragement ---- I am so impressed with those who got clean and then returned to help others who still struggle.  All the best.

[avisg]

yeah hopefully discussions like this can contue this helps people understand and make informed decisions that is the best for them .There is no reason this can't continue people should not be afraid to voice there opinions out of fear of being attacked

[godezzofchaos]

Well, ya know it all comes down to INDIVIDUALIZED treatment. With this disease there is no BLANKET way that works for everyone. It's only through discussions and sharing ideas and experiences that we can hopefully one day find something that cures this disease ONCE AND FOR ALL!  Until then , my friend SAD said it best....WELL DONE!!

[sadinmichigan]

LOL..I have to say. i think this is the first time that we were all able to have a calm discussion about this. I am happy about that..job well done my friends..As we all have stated..we need to help each other and inform one another best we can with respect and kindness, since we are all here for a common goal. Love you all...Lisa

[godezzofchaos]

I totally agree with you WORRIED...in 10 years SUB will have the stigma. I am sorry for your friend's experience and perhaps we can encourage her to come back, as I think through mutual respect we can ALL gain knowledge and KNOWLEDGE IS POWER!  I feel her pain, I have been on methadone for 8 years at the SAME dose of 150mg, I too get "bashed" from time to time, but I just have to chuckle to myself and remember .."those who live in glass houses ..should NOT throw stones!!"