Author: Lillyval
Posted: Mon Jan 28, 2013 1:14 pm
This happened with someone I know as well. The doctors push women onto methadone, not because it is any better or safer, but simply because there is a lot more data about it and years more experience with it. The few studies that HAVE included Suboxone seem to indicate that it’s the better choice. In addition to educating yourself, you will probably have to print out the articles and educate your doctors, too. I hope you can find a doc who will work with you. The woman I know refused to go on methadone (having been on it before and had serious issues), and her docs FORCED her to go off Suboxone. She ended up relapsing and it was a disaster.
Be a strong advocate for yourself, and hopefully your husband will come around.
Good luck,
Lilly