Can Suboxone Stop Opioid Withdrawal? How Telemedicine Treatment Helps You Stabilize Faster

Patient experiencing relief from opioid withdrawal with online Suboxone treatment accepting Medicaid accessible to all Tennessee residents

Fear of withdrawal is one of the biggest reasons people delay getting help for opioid addiction. The anxiety of being sick, restless, unable to sleep, or in constant pain can feel unbearable—especially if you’ve experienced withdrawal before. Many people searching online want to know: Can Suboxone stop opioid withdrawal?

For many patients, the answer is yes. Suboxone treatment, especially when started through telemedicine in Tennessee, can dramatically reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings, allowing people to stabilize quickly and begin recovery without the chaos of detoxing alone.

At Recovery Care of Columbia, we help patients across Tennessee start Suboxone safely, privately, and often the same day—without needing to visit a clinic in person.

Why Opioid Withdrawal Feels So Intense

Opioids change how the brain regulates pain, mood, and stress. Over time, the brain becomes dependent on opioids just to feel normal. When opioid use stops suddenly, the nervous system goes into overdrive.

Common opioid withdrawal symptoms include:

  • Muscle aches and bone pain
  • Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
  • Anxiety and panic
  • Insomnia
  • Sweating and chills
  • Restlessness and agitation
  • Intense cravings

While opioid withdrawal is rarely life-threatening, it can feel overwhelming—leading many people back to fentanyl, heroin, or pills just to make the sickness stop.

“I left a 14-day stint at inpatient treatment assuming I was stable and ready to move on with my life. One day later hellish withdrawals began. I then experienced the worst two weeks of my entire life – 14 sleepless days and nights of pain and misery. I couldn’t sleep or stay awake, I was hungry but could barely eat, and felt like I weighed 800 pounds. All I could do was try to sit still and not feel miserable. It wasn’t until I went to a Suboxone clinic near me in Nashville that I found any relief. Twenty minutes after taking Suboxone, my whole world changed. I knew that after twelve years of drug abuse, I had finally found the solution that would get me clean and keep me clean for the rest of my life. Getting clean was something I never thought was possible. Thanks to Suboxone, group recovery meetings, and therapy, I’ve been clean since January 9, 2014.”
— Drew Bourke – President of Recovery Care of Columbia

How Suboxone Helps Reduce Withdrawal Symptoms

Suboxone contains buprenorphine, a partial opioid agonist that attaches to the same receptors as opioids—but in a much safer, controlled way. This allows Suboxone to:

  • Relieve withdrawal symptoms
  • Reduce cravings
  • Prevent the “high” from other opioids
  • Lower overdose risk

Suboxone doesn’t create the intense euphoria of full opioids. Instead, it helps your brain stabilize so you can function, work, sleep, and think clearly again.

This is why Suboxone is considered a gold-standard treatment by organizations like the FDA, DEA, and SAMHSA.

What Opioids Can You Transition From to Suboxone?

Suboxone can be safely started when transitioning from many opioids, including:

  • Hydrocodone
  • Oxycodone
  • Percocet and OxyContin
  • Morphine
  • Heroin
  • Fentanyl
  • Methadone
  • Kratom and 7-OH products

Your provider will guide you on when to take your first dose to avoid precipitated withdrawal and ensure a smoother transition.

How Telemedicine Suboxone Treatment Works in Tennessee

Step 1: Online Registration

You start by completing a secure online registration with Recovery Care of Columbia:

Experience a safe transition from hydrocodone, oxycodone, OxyContin, heroin, fentanyl, methadone, morphine, Kratom, 7-OH (7-Hydroxy-opioids), Tramadol, Opana, codeine, oxymorphone, Tramadol, Percocet, and other opioids.

Call or text us at (615) 927-7802 to speak to someone about our telemedicine Suboxone program. You can also message us securely on the Spruce Health mobile app.

Step 2: Virtual Medical Appointment

Your appointment happens by secure video on your phone or computer. During this visit, your provider will:

  • Review your opioid use history
  • Assess withdrawal symptoms
  • Explain exactly how to start Suboxone
  • Answer questions without judgment

Patients often feel relief just knowing they don’t have to face withdrawal alone.

Step 3: Same-Day Suboxone Prescription

In many cases, Suboxone is prescribed the same day. Medication can be:

This speed is critical for ending opioid withdrawals and cravings, and preventing relapse.

Does Suboxone Just Replace One Addiction?

This is a common concern—but it’s based on misunderstanding.

Suboxone is a medically supervised treatment, not an unmanaged addiction. When taken as prescribed:

  • It does not cause intoxication
  • It stabilizes brain chemistry
  • It allows people to rebuild their lives
  • It dramatically lowers overdose risk

Many patients taper slowly over time, while others remain on maintenance treatment long-term—both are valid, evidence-based approaches.

Why Telemedicine Makes Withdrawal Treatment Easier

For many Tennesseans, traveling to a clinic during withdrawal isn’t realistic. Telemedicine removes major barriers, such as:

  • Long drives
  • Missed work
  • Transportation issues
  • Childcare challenges
  • Fear of being seen at a clinic

With telemedicine Suboxone treatment, help comes to you—privately, discreetly, and quickly.

Frequently Asked Questions About Suboxone and Withdrawal

How fast does Suboxone work for withdrawal?
Many patients feel significant relief within 30–60 minutes of their first dose when taken correctly.

What if I’m using fentanyl?
Fentanyl requires careful timing. Your provider will give specific instructions to reduce withdrawal risk.

Do I have to be in full withdrawal before starting?
You usually need to be in mild to moderate withdrawal. Your provider will explain how to tell when you’re ready.

Does TennCare cover Suboxone for withdrawal treatment?
Yes, many TennCare plans cover Suboxone telemedicine treatment.

What if I’ve tried to quit before and failed?
That’s common—and it doesn’t mean treatment won’t work for you now.

Why Patients Trust Recovery Care of Columbia for Virtual Addiction Treatment

Our helpful staff is happy to answer any questions you may have. Call us or send us a text at (931) 548-3062, or message us securely using the Spruce Health mobile app.

Worried about starting online addiction treatment? Learn what to expect during your first Suboxone telemedicine appointment.

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