Taken together, Subutex and Xanax can create a deadly concoction. It is essential that medication-assisted treatment centers thoroughly screen a person before beginning treatment to determine if this drug interaction has been taking place. The need for immediate treatment is clear. Why? Because Subutex interacting with other drugs that depress the central nervous system may lead to respiratory failure.
Do you worry that you or a loved one need Xanax addiction rehab? If so, call us today at 866.262.0531.
The Dangerous Game of Combining Subutex and Xanax
Both Xanax and Subutex have effective qualities when a person takes them separately. Xanax is beneficial in calming a person’s mind if they struggle with anxiety. Subutex is extremely helpful in helping a person recover from an anxiety disorder.
However, Subutex and Xanax interaction can be devastating. Making the mistake of taking Xanax with Subutex is a dangerous move, even with prescriptions for both. That is why a person should be honest with their doctor if they are taking medication for one condition.
Not all medications interact well with each other. The wrong combination can lead to dependency and addiction, which may result in a deadly overdose.
Taking Subutex and Xanax Just to Get High
Beyond mistakenly mixing two highly potent drugs, some people simply want to get high. Also, some people think that combining Xanax and Subutex will increase their high. They are putting their lives in danger.
However, what’s surprising is they will not get the expected effects of being high from taking Subutex. Their intent is adding Xanax to boost their high. Unfortunately, this can backfire. Their only hope is getting into a detox facility to rid their bodies of the deadly combination.
Side Effects of Mixing Subutex and Xanax
All medications have potential side effects when taken individually. These same side effects compound when a person decides to combine two or more medications like Xanax and Subutex.
At the same time, a person taking Subutex during treatment for an opioid addiction may also struggle with anxiety. They should not be left to fend for themselves if they are prescribed Xanax.
In addition to a dangerous overdose, side effects from doing so may include:
- Respiratory depression
- Low blood pressure
- Deep sedation
- Coma
- Death
Their best hope is to enter a Xanax and Subutex addiction treatment program to safely begin the withdrawal process. Furthermore, a comprehensive evaluation assesses the person’s current condition. Devising an effective course of treatment can also put a person on the right path to recovery.
Crestview Recovery is Here to Help
Drug addiction can strike a person at any time. They may begin innocently taking Subutex and Xanax to get relief from pain. Seeking an escape may also lead them into taking these two drugs.
The reason their addiction started is not the real issue. Crestview Recovery Center provides the guidance you need.
Our professional, compassionate staff is ready to ensure you get the most out of your drug treatment. We offer therapeutic addiction services such as:
- Gender-specific group therapy: Men and women have different needs when it comes to addiction treatment. Our gender-specific groups help men and women feel comfortable discussing their unique experiences with other members of their group.
- Individual therapy: Getting one-on-one help is an important part of addiction treatment. Our individual therapy sessions give you the chance to work with a counselor on the issues that are most important to you.
- Cognitive behavioral therapy: This type of therapy helps you understand the thoughts and behaviors that could be keeping you from living a sober life.
- Dialectical behavior therapy: Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a type of therapy that can help you deal with the emotions that are associated with addiction.
- Family therapy: This type of therapy helps you understand the thoughts and behaviors that are keeping you from living a sober life.
Finally, don’t let Xanax or Subutex control your life. Call us at 866.262.0531. Your time for sobriety is now.
Since 2016, Dr. Merle Williamson, a graduate of Oregon Health Sciences University, has been the Medical Director at Crestview Recovery, bringing a rich background in addiction medicine from his time at Hazelden Treatment Center. He oversees outpatient drug and alcohol treatments, providing medical care, setting policies, detox protocols, and quality assurance measures. Before specializing in addiction medicine, he spent 25 years in anesthesiology, serving as Chair of Hospital Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee and Chief of Anesthesia at Kaiser Permanente. This experience gives him a unique perspective on treating prescription drug addiction.
