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Old 08-31-2009, 08:03 PM   #1 (permalink)
woog
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Detoxing from Methadone/OXY help?!

So long story short. My GF was/is addicted to Oxycontin, was doing a lot but we have tapered her down to 5MG of methadone. She's just about to get insurance, we've been getting the methadone from a relation of hers. This last week has been bad, mood swings, etc. Unfortunately, I have nothing else to calm her down with, but an inadequate, unsteady supply of Xanax. Xanax works wonders for her, and makes it realistic for her to kick it and be done with it. I just don't see her getting over this last bit without a steady supply. She's just about to get insurance, Medi-Cal(medicaire). My question is can anybody, who lives in or around the Bay Area, recommend a good addiction specialist to see who accepts medicaire? I would like to explore Suboxone, sounds less habit forming and more functional than Xanax. However, I've read plenty of horror stories regarding suboxone. Would it be best to stick with what works, or to explore suboxone? I understand the two don't mix. I've spent a lot of time calling/searching but have come up with nothing. I would really appreciate any help. I know we're not doing this in the ideal fashion, but we are making the best with what we've got. Thank you very much!
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