Addiction Medicine

At Holiatry Health and Wellness, we specialize in the practice of addiction medicine, a medical field dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery of individuals struggling with addiction. 

Our comprehensive approach integrates evidence-based medical treatments with holistic therapies to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction. We are committed to providing compassionate care and personalized treatment plans to support each patient's journey towards lasting recovery and overall well-being.

Naltrexone is a medication (opioid antagonist) used primarily to manage opioid dependence by blocking the effects of these substances in the brain. 

Buprenorphine is a medication (opioid partial agonist) often used in addiction medicine to help manage opioid dependence. It works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain, reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms without producing the same level of euphoria or respiratory depression as full opioid agonists.

Long-Acting Injectable Medications

1. Sublocade: Sublocade is an extended-release injectable formulation of buprenorphine. It is used in the treatment of opioid use disorder to provide sustained levels of buprenorphine, helping to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms over time.
2. Vivitrol: Vivitrol is an injectable form of naltrexone, an opioid antagonist. It is used to prevent relapse to opioid dependence after opioid detoxification. Vivitrol works by blocking the effects of opioids, reducing the likelihood of relapse.
3. Brixadi: Brixadi is another extended-release injectable formulation of buprenorphine. Similar to Sublocade, it is used in the treatment of opioid use disorder to provide sustained levels of buprenorphine, helping to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms over time.

These injectable medications offer a convenient and effective option for individuals seeking treatment for opioid addiction.

The first line of treatment for stimulant use disorder at Holiatry Health and Wellness focuses on psychosocial interventions, particularly a method known as "Contingency Management." This approach involves providing tangible rewards to reinforce positive behaviors, such as abstaining from drug use. Additionally, we utilize various off-label medications to help manage stimulant withdrawal symptoms, reduce cravings, and prevent relapse.

Treatment for alcohol use disorder is comprehensive and tailored to meet each individual's needs. 

Our approach includes a combination of psychosocial interventions and medication-assisted treatment to support recovery. Medications such as naltrexone, acamprosate, and disulfiram play a crucial role in treatment plans. 

1. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings and the pleasurable effects of alcohol, making it easier to maintain abstinence. 
2. Acamprosate is used to stabilize brain chemistry and reduce withdrawal symptoms, supporting long-term recovery. 
3. Disulfiram creates an adverse reaction when alcohol is consumed, serving as a strong deterrent to drinking.

At Holiatry Health and Wellness, we prioritize harm reduction and strive to meet patients where they are, focusing on helping them achieve their personal health goals rather than defining those goals for them.