Author: Diary of a Quitter
Posted: Sat Jun 25, 2011 12:51 am
I wish doctors knew how scary it can be to be physically dependent on a medication that can cause pretty awful withdrawal symptoms. Then they would understand why it’s so important for Sub patients to have a bit of medication in reserve just in case there is ever some delay in getting a refill, and they would be less inclined to jerk their patients around when it comes to getting those refill prescriptions.
I wish doctors would BELIEVE their patients when they report side effects of their medication. My doctor was actually pretty good, but I’ve heard so many people say that their doctors just dismiss their concerns about side effects…and then they end up having to figure it out themselves by researching the question online.
I wish doctors knew that less is more when it comes to Suboxone. Especially for people who pay out of pocket, getting that dose down can be the difference between affording recovery or not.
I wish doctors knew how to taper patients off of Suboxone. Starting with knowing when a patient is ready or not ready to taper.
I wish doctors knew more about comfort meds for Suboxone withdrawal.
This is a great thread.
