Utah, Subutex, Suboxone, Buprenorphine Need Doctor Please Help
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I am looking for affordable Subutex, suboxone, buprenorphine doctor in Utah near the Salt Lake Valley or North Salt Lake, I just lost my insurance and I don't have a lot of money. I have been on subutex for 4 years and I have been without and am very very sick. I can't get out of bed and I am just trying to survive one minute at a time. If anyone can help me at all it would be very much appreciated. Thanks.

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Re: SunnyeRose (# 45)

And Lou,

It's another longer response that needed reviewing so the post about the news is jus another response I'm sending You!

So, look out for the longer response!

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Re: Lou (# 43)

Oh yea Lou,

I stopped watching the news a LONG time ago because it had gotten so DEPRESSING to see all the bad things happening in the city, in the state, or nationally! There used to be a time when there was a healthy balance between inspirational and positive news, and the bad stuff, but now it seems that all you see on the news is EVERY crime and sin known to man! I'm sure there are GREAT things going on that can make the news but I guess they won't get enough reviews for that!

What has come of everyone; constantly chasing the negative smh

Be Blessed Beautiful People

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Re: Lou (# 43)

Hi Lou,

I've replied but of course they have to review it smh....what is the point to the pre-review? Does anyone know?

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Re: Lou (# 43)

Hi Lou, Alabama is home for me now! I've been here most of my life, but I was born up north.

Thanks for the safe wishes regarding Hurricane Florence! I'm here in Birmingham so we got a lot of strong rain/thunderstorms but no hurricane- thank God!

It's so sad to know that this "opioid crisis" is effecting people everywhere smh!! I jus wish the best for everyone that needs proper medical care because no one should have to pay the price for the mistakes of others! But, these events are more deep than what appears to be on the surface!

As I've stated, I'm a recovering addict and my drug of choice was hydrocodone (Lortabs), and when they weren't available I'd take Percocet but I never went doctor shopping, pretending to need pain meds. Every pill I've ever taken (after the initial 4 months following surgery when I had my own supply) came from actual patients that got them from the doctor or from the dealer that got them from the actual patient that got them from the doctor. I do know of a handful of instances when some local pharmacies or delivery trucks were held-up/robbed for the narcotics, however, that was due to the news report so I didn't know any of them personally to obtain any from them! You know, it kinds of upset me when the finger is steadily being pointed at the addict when in all actuality, the accountability doesn't start there! Likewise, IMHO, anyone that has been on ANY type of narcotic for 5, 10, 15, 20, 25+ years has been passed the point of just being "physically dependent;" there is a mental/emotional dependency as Well! And, I'm not pointing fingers or making accusations, but just look at the outrage, the pleading, the begging of a lot of people on these forums claiming to NEED these meds for pain maintenance, yet they're running out early, losing them/having them stolen more than once, taking more than prescribed, complaining of the inefficiency, etc., etc. Now, I do understand that this doesn't apply to everyone, therefore, if the shoe doesn't fit please refrain from jumping on here crucifying me because I am entitled to my opinion, and I've earned my place to speak on this from experience. My heart goes out to ANYONE, Chronic Pain Patients and Addicts alike, because they all need these narcotics for one reason or another. I am thankful to be off that rollercoaster ride of making sure I have enough pills to entertain my daily responsibilities, yet I would never be selfish enough to not keep my hands outstretched for the ones still struggling- for whatever reasons!!!

Be Blessed Beautiful People

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Re: SunnyeRose (# 42)

Alabama sounds like a nice place, do you like it? We get a fair bit of news from America, hope you are in a safe place with all the storm action sounds terrible, also been reading about the drug problem going on over there. seems to be big ice problem going on over here which seems to be creating a lot of problems ,i really dont know much about that, opiates use to be the main problem in australia, i think a lot of the problem is some of us are just to sensitive to this society, im beginning to not liike watching nightly news. take care.

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Re: SunnyeRose (# 41)

I'm not sure what I was trying to say lol but what I meant is, we have to have tough skin when dealing with the evil ploys of this society :)

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Re: Lou (# 40)

Hi Lou,

I'm in the United States, the state of Alabama to be exact. I've come to realize that you have to be stronger than your adversaries, and that comes in the form of many, therefore, you have to have tough skin having the ploys of this evil society we're a part of! "You've never really lived until you've nearly died," YES I can undeniably agree with this!!! The strength of this statement is amazing, and being an addict, we can believe that we've played Russian Roulette more times than we can recall with our lives! But, if we are still here despite the amass of ignorance displayed by our behaviors, choices, and actions, we have a moral duty to assist others that have found themselves on or headed to the path of addiction. I find so much comfort knowing that my experiences can help shape and mold the experiences of another in a positive way, and gives them the ammunition to help another. We only succeed when we give away what we have, what's been good to us during our journey of recovery, and in doing so, we become better people! It's such a simplistic way of living, as well as loving our fellow man/woman!!

I AM now apart of the solution! We know that there is STRENGTH in numbers, so I'm looking to join forces with others, like and unlike us, to exact some change while I'm still here because when I become a memory to my loved ones and to the world, I desire to be remembered not only as having contributed to the problem but was FEARLESS enough to be a part of the SOLUTION as Well!

Be Blessed Beautiful People

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Re: SunnyeRose (# 39)

Just a quick reply SuuyRose..i think your a strong person ,you have to be to survive in this world...im just looking at a old zippo lighter i have on my table think it came from viet nam war it has scratched into it "youve never really lived until you nearly died "i guess kinda true maybe,stay strong just remember your not alone ..great to hear from you glad you like aust accent ,someyimes sound bit overdone on tv
What part of universe are you from ???

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Re: Lou (# 38)

Hi Lou,

Thank you for the sincere wishes! It's amazing the positive effect someone else's struggle can have on another person! I always believed that we go through everything, good or bad, for a reason and although we may not always understand what those purposes are, it's necessary for us to endure until the end! Our lives really aren't our own, when you truly meditate on that fact! And, I wholeheartedly agree with you that you have to erase and replace during sobriety and recovery simply because we can't leave any room for that addict Dragon to return and take up space! So, for every bad or drug addicted habit we have, we have to replace it with a new and positive habit- whatever that may be for You!

There have been many instances since I've been clean that shows me the last 6 years of my life happened in the ways it should have in order to bring me to this place I'm currently at- physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually! It all has to come together for the grand scheme of things, and accepting this (for me) makes each day easier to face and every burden lighter to carry!!

I've always LOVED the Australian accent :) I simply melt whenever I hear it, whether a woman or man speaks lol I jus love it that much, and if I were to have one, it would certainly be Australian :)

I'm jus praying for the day when I'm able to give back and help others just like me, and their families!! I'm going back to school to be a Substance Abuse Counselor/Addiction Specialist, and I'm excited about the new ventures coming up for me!

Well Lou, as you've stated, we have to want better for ourselves, and together we can overcome the binds of addiction to live a healthy, happy, productive, and drug-free life!!! IM ANXIOUS TO GIVE BACK WHATS BEEN GIVEN TO ME! This is the ONLY time when being anxious is accepted by me :) yet, as the cycle continues, what I give will also be given to someone else until addiction becomes truly manageable in the lives of many!

Be Blessed Beautiful People

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Re: SunnyeRose (# 37)

Hi Sunnyerose, im in Australia. Yes I guess I have an accent. I think you are right on regarding trying to get straight, a real lot depends on your state of mind. I have always found that if you have something to look forward to or something to replace it with really helps. You have to really want to do it. I'm getting older now but have always found if I have anything to look forward to really helps. Also some people mean well with their advice. I've actually come across people who seem a bit disappointed that you want to try and do the right thing, especially if something good is helping you get off that crazy ride! I grew up in the 70s, vietnam war, ect. It seemed to be everywhere in those days. Good times, but a lot of people didnt make it. I finally got out, had a family, live in the country. Silly me fell off a horse a few yrs ago, so now back where I started sort of. Painkillers this time. I think things hurt more when you get older. Anyway, I really hope everything is good for you! We are lucky. Enjoy your life. Humans are pretty strong I think. But now im still chasing that dam dragon. Anytime you want some advice please message me. Good luck and God bless you.

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Re: Lou (# 36)

Hi Lou,

I'm not the one that's pregnant :) I've heard many stories regarding the ease and the difficulty of coming off Buprenorphine, and in my honest opinion, I think it truly jus depends on the individual, their rate of metabolism, how long they've been on Buprenorphine, how long they had been on drugs, etc., etc. I've also read from many people that weaning down to 1mg of Buprenorphine still made it quite difficult to jump off completely, whereas, others have said that weaning made the withdrawal symptoms they did have tolerable! No two people have the same makeup, so it's to be expected that there will be many different versions of experience regarding the use of Buprenorphine, thus, my advice would be to take the experiences to heart with a grain of salt, and use it simply for knowledgeable purposes, rather than the blue print for how it will be for everyone!

What country are you in? Do you have an accent :)

#BeBlessedBeautifulPeople

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Re: SunnyeRose (# 35)

Im only going on what i have heard ,hopefully i am wrong and you are correct ,iv had friends who went through hell getting off the smallest dose of sub ,bup after being told that is easy to come off compared to methadone ,i didnt like the mood swings with sub ect ,any way good luck with it im not in usa so could be different there ,im sure if you have a good dr you and baby will be ok,i dont think it would be good trying to self medicate off the street these days, a lot of drs are not up to date with some new meds,iv seen a lot of people prescribed far too much ,if you can get away with a smaller dose as long as it holds you i think easier in the long run,i am not an expert on the subject by any means im sure you will be in safe hands,great to see your thinking of your new baby. Good luck modern medicine has come a long way in last 5yrs..

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Re: Lou (# 34)

Hi Lou,

So, you don't think it's a good idea to be pregnant and taking Buprenorphine (Subutex)? Please elaborate, as I'm simply interested in your perspective on this, and I would appreciate your insight!

As I've read through research, and found through the experience of others, it is ABSOLUTELY dangerous for a pregnant woman to begin withdrawing during pregnancy, as the baby will be in dire trouble due to the lack of medication. The benefit greatly outweighs the risks, although the likelihood of your baby having to be detoxed upon birth is ever present. So, this is why I would agree to keep a pregnant woman on during pregnancy and begin the weaning process after she gives birth to her baby. What are your thoughts please?

#BeBlessedBeautifulPeople

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Re: audge (# 28)

Think of your baby .i dont think that would be very good for your child ,there must be better options sub an bup are pretty strange meds .

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Re: audge (# 31)

Good morning Audge,

That is absolutely amazing! I'm happy that you have a doctor to take care of you in your journey through sobriety! Take care and provide some updates periodically if you can!

Be Blessed Beautiful People

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Re: HopefulinUT (# 17)

I found out its not as easy to come off as they would like you to believe.and it blocks pleasure big time ,very depressing.

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Re: SunnyeRose (# 29)

Yes I was able too! Thank you. My Dr is amazing and they got me in right away

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I dont know about what happens u.s.a but in Australia people have been told that bupe or subutex is some kind of wonder treatment easy to come off ect ,from what iv experienced and witnessed is it is very hard to get off people are usually over prescribed and iv seen a lot of people turn into nervous wrecks,up one minute terribley depressed next minute.I dont know what happens if you have an accident and need pain relief ,nothing gets passed the sub or bupe !if this is the best they can do with modern medicine,i think an opiate substute would be a healthier way to go,after all opium has been used since the Pharoah period for pain relief, sometimes i think these new meds are just a money spinner for the chemical companies ,afterall who else but drug users would be perfect guinea pigs ..

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Re: audge (# 28)

Hi Audge,

I know it's been awhile, but I was wondering if you ever found a doctor. And, not because I'm looking for one, but because I felt your desire through your posts for doctor, and quick! Hoping the best for you!

Be Blessed Beautiful People

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Any luck? I'm looking for subutex as well. I'm pregnant so I need any help I can get

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