What’s the Difference Between Using Naltrexone and Buprenorphine (Suboxone) for Opioid Detox?
I started a new patient, Jimmy, for his Accelerated Opioid Detox today. He thought he was coming off heroin, but his urine also revealed fentanyl—almost a daily occurrence now at the Coleman Institute. He was here with his father, Bob, who didn’t really...
What Are “Roxies”? 5 Facts About Roxicodone
In recent years, the conversation surrounding prescription drugs, specifically opioids, has taken center stage in medical, social, and political arenas. With the mounting opioid epidemic and the tragic tales of dependency, addiction, and overdose, there’s a...
Why Is Naltrexone Therapy So Important for Opioid Detox and Recovery?
The opioid crisis is one of the most severe public health challenges in recent history. Fueled by a dramatic increase in the misuse of both prescription and non-prescription opioids, it has led to a significant rise in opiate dependency, addiction, and overdose. The...
What to Avoid When Taking Naltrexone After Opioid Detox
Naltrexone, an opioid antagonist and critical component of the Coleman Method for opiate and alcohol detox, is an invaluable resource in the fight against opioid addiction. Its mechanism, which involves binding to and blocking opioid receptors in the brain, ensures...
