Online Suboxone treatment for methadone addiction in Tennessee

Understanding Methadone

Methadone is a long-acting opioid often prescribed for pain and as a medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for heroin and opioid addiction. While effective when carefully managed, methadone can be highly addictive and difficult to taper off.

In Tennessee, patients sometimes turn to methadone clinics as their only option. However, daily clinic visits can be burdensome — especially for people in rural areas. Misuse or improper dosing of methadone also increases the risk of dependence, overdose, and dangerous interactions with other medications.

At Recovery Care of Columbia, we offer an alternative: telemedicine Suboxone treatment that patients can access from home, without the risks and limitations of methadone clinics.

Street Names for Methadone

  • Metho
  • Done
  • Dollies
  • Fizzies
  • Jungle Juice

Effects of Methadone

Short-Term

  • Pain relief
  • Sedation and relaxation
  • Slowed breathing
  • Drowsiness

Long-Term

  • Physical dependence
  • Constipation and GI issues
  • Liver damage with prolonged use
  • Increased overdose risk when combined with alcohol or sedatives
  • Cognitive impairment and memory problems

Methadone Withdrawal Symptoms

Methadone withdrawal can be more drawn-out than heroin or oxycodone withdrawal due to its long half-life. Symptoms may last for weeks:

  • Muscle aches and joint pain
  • Sweating and chills
  • Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
  • Insomnia and restlessness
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Persistent drug cravings

Why Methadone Addiction is Different

Because methadone is prescribed for treatment, many patients believe it is “safe.” However, methadone’s long-lasting effects make it especially difficult to stop using. Some patients remain on methadone for years, while others misuse it outside of medical supervision.

Recovery Care of Columbia provides a safer path forward by transitioning patients to Suboxone, which is easier to taper, safer in overdose situations, and more accessible through telemedicine.

Effective Treatment for Methadone Addiction

Suboxone-Based MAT

We use Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) to help patients manage methadone withdrawal and cravings. Suboxone offers several advantages over methadone:

  • Lower overdose risk
  • Easier to taper off
  • Prescribed safely via telemedicine
  • Can be started same-day in Tennessee

👉 Get started with our telemedicine Suboxone treatment program in TN.

Counseling and Therapy

Our program combines medication with virtual counseling and support, giving patients tools to rebuild their lives and maintain recovery.

Telemedicine Care Statewide

Whether you’re in Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, or rural Tennessee, you can access treatment from the privacy of home.

Why Choose Recovery Care of Columbia?

  • Same-day telemedicine Suboxone appointments
  • Joint Commission accreditation ensuring the highest standards of care
  • Coverage through TennCare Medicaid and most commercial insurance
  • Affordable self-pay and sliding-scale options
  • Compassionate care team dedicated to helping Tennesseans recover

👉 Learn more about our Joint Commission–accredited addiction treatment.

Effective Treatment for Other Drug Addictions

Start Treatment Today

Methadone addiction can feel overwhelming, but there are safer treatment options. Recovery Care of Columbia offers a modern approach to recovery through telemedicine.

Registration & Next Steps

👉 Register with TennCare Medicaid
👉 Register with Commercial Insurance
👉 Register with Self-Pay
👉 Register as a Returning Patient
👉 Apply for our Sliding-Scale Program
👉 View insurance we accept and self-pay pricing

Start today — recovery doesn’t have to mean daily clinic visits or years on methadone. With Recovery Care of Columbia, you can begin treatment from the privacy of your home.