Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is a combination of medication and counseling that helps people overcome their opioid use disorder and achieve long-term recovery. MAT is considered to be the gold standard of treatment for opioid addiction, and it has been shown to be effective to:
- Reduce cravings
- Eliminate withdrawal symptoms
- Reduce illicit substance use
- Reduce risks of relapse, fatal overdose, and transmission of infectious diseases
- Improve ability to attain goals and fulfill responsibilities and commitments
Our new Mobile Clinic is now open! Click here for locations and hours. Bringing medication and recovery support directly into the community.
Several medications are used that work in different ways. Methadone and Buprenorphine are opioid agonists, which means that they bind to opioid receptors in the brain. This can help to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Naltrexone is an opioid antagonist, which means that it blocks the effects of opioids. It can help to reduce cravings and prevent relapse by reducing the effects of illicit opioids.
SouthLight Dosing Hours and Location
Monday-Friday 5:30 am – 12:15 pm and 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Saturdays 5:30 am – 11:15 am and 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Holidays 5:30 am – 9:15 am and 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Walk-in, no appointment needed Monday-Friday 5:30 am -2:30 pm
Location: 2101 Garner Road, Raleigh, NC 27610
For those eligible, SouthLight also offers Office-Based Opioid Treatment.
Why Choose SouthLight for Opioid Treatment
Medication-assisted treatment at SouthLight is provided in conjunction with counseling and support. We are not just here to keep you alive but to thrive. We will help you deal with the things that make you want to use, like the stress of being unhoused, or untreated medical conditions. You’ll gain coping skills, and hope for your future!
Start your recovery today.
We understand how hard it is to reach out for help. Our team is here to support you on your recovery journey. We will listen, empower, and advocate for everyone who walks through our doors.
