Treatment for Opioid Cravings Withdrawal Addiction

Taking the first step toward recovery is important, and we're here to make the process as simple and comfortable as possible.

Getting started with The Family MD is easy:

• Click Schedule Now on our website.
• Select the state where you'll be physically located during your appointment.
• Choose your service and preferred appointment date and time.
• Enter your information and complete payment to confirm your appointment.
• Complete your patient registration, medical intake forms, and consent forms before your visit.

At your appointment, your physician will review your medical history, discuss your symptoms and treatment goals, and determine an appropriate treatment plan.

We're here to provide compassionate, confidential, and judgment-free care throughout your recovery.

The Family MD currently provides telehealth addiction treatment in the following states:

Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Maine, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, and Texas.

You must be physically located in one of our supported states at the time of your appointment, even if you permanently reside elsewhere.

We're working to expand access to care. If your state isn't currently listed, please check back for updates.

Everyone's recovery journey is different, and there's no single treatment timeline that works for everyone.

Buprenorphine treatment generally involves three phases:

Induction: Your physician helps you safely begin treatment while minimizing withdrawal symptoms and avoiding precipitated withdrawal.

Stabilization: Your physician adjusts your medication as needed to help control cravings, withdrawal symptoms, and side effects.

Maintenance: Once you're stable, treatment focuses on preventing relapse, supporting recovery, and helping you maintain your quality of life.

Some patients benefit from treatment for several months, while others may need longer-term maintenance.

There is no predetermined time limit for buprenorphine treatment. If you're interested in eventually tapering, your physician can discuss the potential benefits and risks and help you develop a gradual, individualized plan when clinically appropriate.

Our priority is helping you achieve lasting stability and recovery—not rushing your treatment.

Yes. Depending on your symptoms, medical history, and treatment needs, your physician may prescribe additional non-controlled medications to help manage certain withdrawal symptoms.

These may include medications for nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty sleeping, sweating, or other discomforts associated with opioid withdrawal.

Not everyone requires additional medication, and prescriptions are based on your physician's clinical assessment.

Our goal is to make your transition into treatment as safe and comfortable as possible.

Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) is generally our preferred medication because of its established safety profile and effectiveness in treating opioid use disorder.

Subutex (buprenorphine without naloxone) may be considered in limited circumstances when clinically appropriate.

For example, patients in Ohio requesting Subutex because of a naloxone allergy must provide documentation from an allergist confirming the allergy.

Pregnancy and certain established treatment circumstances may also warrant individual consideration.

Subutex is not routinely prescribed simply because a patient prefers it. Your physician will determine whether it is medically appropriate based on your history, documentation, and applicable prescribing requirements.

Medication treatment for opioid use disorder is often recommended during pregnancy because untreated opioid use disorder can pose serious risks to both the mother and baby.

Buprenorphine is an established treatment option during pregnancy, and research supports its use under appropriate medical supervision.

Both buprenorphine alone and buprenorphine/naloxone may be considered depending on individual circumstances and the treating clinicians' recommendations.

If you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant, please inform your physician before starting treatment.

It's important not to suddenly stop opioid medications or change your treatment without medical guidance.

Your physician can discuss appropriate treatment options and coordinate care with your obstetric provider when needed.

When medication is medically appropriate, your physician will generally send your prescription electronically to your selected pharmacy after your appointment.

We aim to process prescriptions promptly, often on the same day.

However, prescription timing may vary depending on the clinical evaluation, required documentation, prescribing requirements, or technical issues.

Please keep in mind that sending a prescription and having it ready for pickup are two different steps. Your pharmacy determines when your medication can be dispensed.

If you have questions or experience a delay, please call or text us at 516-390-3553 (texting usually gets a faster response), and we'll be happy to assist.

Yes! The Family MD offers convenient telehealth appointments so you can receive addiction treatment without routinely traveling to a doctor's office.

Appointments may be conducted by video or phone, depending on clinical needs, your location, and applicable prescribing requirements.

Your physician will review your symptoms, medical history, medications, and progress to determine an appropriate treatment plan.

In certain circumstances, additional evaluations, testing, or in-person care may be required.

Our goal is to make treatment accessible while maintaining the same commitment to safety and quality care you would expect from an in-person physician.

The Family MD specializes in treating opioid use disorder, including dependence on prescription opioids, heroin, fentanyl, and certain opioid-like substances.

We also evaluate patients experiencing dependence or withdrawal related to substances such as:

• Kratom
• 7-OH (7-hydroxymitragynine)
• Certain kratom-derived products, including pseudoindoxyl and related compounds
• Tianeptine

Our physicians evaluate each patient's history, symptoms, and individual circumstances to determine whether buprenorphine treatment is appropriate.

Not every substance-related concern can be treated with buprenorphine, and some patients may require a different level of care.

We're here to help you understand your options and determine the safest next steps.