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Sublocade® in Charlotte, NC — Advanced, Once-Monthly Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder

Sublocade® in Charlotte, NC 

Why Choose Nova Transformations?

Nova Transformations stands out as a premier luxury recovery center in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Dual Diagnosis Treatment: Addressing both addiction and underlying mental and behavioral health conditions for complete healing.

Whether you’re seeking help for yourself or family members, our substance use treatment and mental health treatment programs provide compassionate care rooted in evidence-based practices.

Comprehensive Care Designed for You

We take pride in offering a range of services to support sustainable recovery. Our experienced team provides treatments for substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions, addressing the root causes of addiction.

Holistic Approach: From nutrition groups to experiential therapies like art and music therapy, we incorporate a wellness-oriented approach.

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT): We combine evidence-based medications with counseling for a well-rounded treatment plan.

Nova Transformations offers evidence-based care for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD), including Sublocade® (extended-release buprenorphine)— a once-monthly injection that helps reduce cravings and withdrawal as part of a comprehensive plan with therapy and family support.

Nova Transformations offers evidence-based care for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD), including Sublocade®

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Evidence-Based Treatment

Our experienced and compassionate staff provide innovative, evidence-based therapies.

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Nutrition Groups

Nourish your body with our nutrition groups, which educate and empower individuals to make healthy lifestyle choices.

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Experiential Outings

Explore North Carolina and beyond with our experiential outings, which create lasting memories and forge connections.

Is Sublocade® Considered “Advanced Medicine”?

Yes. Sublocade® is an extended-release form of buprenorphine delivered as a once-monthly subcutaneous injection by a healthcare professional. Compared with daily buprenorphine (e.g., Suboxone®), Sublocade provides steady therapeutic levels for a full month, which can improve adherence, reduce diversion risk, and minimize day-to-day dosing fluctuations. It’s dispensed under a required REMS safety program to prevent inappropriate use and ensure certified settings manage storage and administration.

  • Unique delivery: steady month-long exposure helps control cravings/withdrawal.
  • Adherence: monthly appointment supports consistency.
  • Lower diversion risk: given in clinic by trained staff.
  • Convenience & privacy: frees patients from daily dosing routines.
  • Backed by evidence: buprenorphine-based MOUD reduces overdose mortality when paired with counseling and supports.

How Sublocade® Works in Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)

Sublocade® uses buprenorphine — a partial opioid agonist — to stabilize receptors, reduce withdrawal and cravings, and block the effects of other opioids due to its high receptor affinity. Most patients start with a brief period of daily buprenorphine, then transition to monthly injections. We combine medication with individual therapy, family therapy, and skills work (e.g., breathwork) to address the full picture.

  • Mechanism: partial activation curbs withdrawal without full-agonist “high.”
  • Craving reduction: steady levels reduce urges and relapse risk.
  • Opioid blockade: limits reward from other opioids in case of lapses.

Safety, Side Effects & the REMS Program

Common effects include injection-site reactions, constipation, nausea, headache, fatigue, and possible dizziness (especially standing up quickly). Serious risks are uncommon but can include respiratory depression (especially with alcohol/benzodiazepines), liver issues, and rare allergic reactions. Sublocade® must be administered only subcutaneously — it must not be injected into a vein. Because of these safety considerations, Sublocade® is provided under a restricted REMS program through certified settings and specialty distribution.

Informational only; not medical advice. Discuss risks, pregnancy, nursing, and other meds with a clinician. In emergencies, call 911.

Who May Benefit from Sublocade®?

  • People with moderate–severe OUD seeking a structured, once-monthly approach.
  • Those who struggled with daily adherence or experienced diversion concerns.
  • Patients who want a more discreet, consistent option as they focus on therapy, career, and family.

We match level of care (OP/IOP) to your needs, coordinate with local medical partners, and build a long-term relapse-prevention plan.
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Charlotte–Mecklenburg Context & Coverage

Mecklenburg County continues to invest opioid-settlement funds, expand treatment access, and publicize harm-reduction tools (e.g., naloxone) as fentanyl drives overdoses. Top local outlets report these efforts frequently:

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FAQs: Sublocade®

Sublocade® vs. Suboxone® — what’s the difference?

Suboxone® (buprenorphine/naloxone) is taken daily (film/tablet). Sublocade® is once-monthly extended-release buprenorphine given by a clinician. Both are effective MOUD; the right choice depends on goals, history, and logistics. We help you decide during assessment.

How do you start on Sublocade®?

Most people begin with a brief period on daily buprenorphine to confirm tolerance, then transition to Sublocade® injections every month. FDA-approved label updates now allow faster initiation pathways in appropriate patients — we’ll review options with you.

What side effects should I expect?

Common: injection-site pain/itching, constipation, nausea, headache, tiredness; sometimes dizziness when standing. Serious (uncommon): slowed breathing (especially with alcohol/benzodiazepines), liver problems, allergic reactions. Only trained providers should administer Sublocade® in certified settings.

Medication Guide (full list) • Prescribing Information

Is it covered by insurance?

Coverage varies by plan. We’ll check your benefits and explore options before starting care.

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Resources: Medical, Local & National

Nova Transformations – Charlotte Drug & Alcohol Rehab
3326 Siskey Pkwy Suite 300, Matthews, NC 28105
(704) 997-3500 • novatransformations.com

References

  1. FDA. Sublocade® Prescribing Information.
  2. Sublocade® REMS. sublocaderems.com.
  3. CDC. Treatment of OUD & effectiveness of MOUD.
  4. ASAM. National Practice Guideline for OUD.
  5. Indivior Press (2017/2018). FDA approval & availability.
  6. Indivior Press (2025). Label changes: rapid initiation & alternate sites.
  7. Medication Guide. Patient information (side effects/risks).
  8. Mecklenburg County. Overdose Data to Action.
  9. Local coverage (examples): WSOC-TV, WBTV, WCNC, Spectrum News 1, Axios Charlotte.


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