Medication As a Step Toward Recovery

Starting medication is a positive step in supporting recovery with substance use disorder. For many people, medicine can help reduce cravings, withdrawal symptoms, and other common side effects, making it easier to focus on healing.

Medication-assisted therapy (MAT) combines medicine with doctor supervision and care, including counseling and therapy. Just like with other health conditions – such as diabetes or heart disease – treatment that includes medicine can be an important part of long-term recovery.

The resources below provide more information about medicines that can support recovery:

• Medicines for alcohol use disorder
• Medicines for opioid use disorder
• Tools and tips for recovery

There is no shame in asking for help. If you have any questions, our pharmacists are here for you. Call (716) 250-4478 to talk with an Independent Health pharmacist.


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