Crossroads Treatment Centers’ Injectable Medications Transforms Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder

Leading provider introduces long-acting injectable medications to provide recovery support; improve patient outcomes

GREENVILLE, S.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Crossroads Treatment Centers (Crossroads), a leading provider of substance use disorder treatment, recently introduced injectable medications as a new treatment delivery method to support individuals in opioid use disorder (OUD) recovery. While medication is not a new treatment for OUD, injectable forms of buprenorphine is a revolutionary approach, particularly for those who have struggled to adhere to daily, oral medications.

"These safe, effective, and powerful medications continue to transform the treatment of opioid use disorder, offering a convenient and reliable way to deliver consistent steady state doses of medication to thousands of patients in recovery, helping them lead productive and healthy lives," said Dr. James Stephen, Chief Medical Officer for Crossroads.

When the long-acting medication is administered through injection on a weekly or monthly basis, it ensures steady and consistent levels of buprenorphine in the bloodstream– reducing opioid cravings and withdrawal symptoms more effectively. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), 6.1 million people were impacted by opioid use disorder in 2022, yet only 18.3 percent of these individuals received medication-assisted treatment (MAT). Crossroads is determined to solve for this.

Injectable medications are just one component of a comprehensive approach to an individual’s treatment plan and are meant to be used in conjunction with counseling, behavioral therapies and other support services tailored to the unique needs of each patient. Specifically, injectable medications offer:

• Reduced risk of abuse and tampering compared to oral medications.
• Greater convenience with fewer office visits, providing patients with more flexibility.
• Enhanced engagement in treatment, enabling patients to focus on counseling and support services rather than daily medication management.

To learn more about Crossroads Treatment Centers and their comprehensive services and treatment plans, visit Our Services - Crossroads Treatment Centers.

About Crossroads Treatment Centers

Since 2005, Crossroads has been at the forefront of treating patients with substance use disorder (SUD). Currently operating 100+ centers across nine states, we are a family of doctors, nurse practitioners, counselors and professionals dedicated to providing the most accessible and highest quality treatment options to combat the growing substance use epidemic.

We create individualized treatment plans that use evidence-based medication-assisted treatment and behavioral health therapies to help those with SUD pave their paths to recovery. The outcomes are often lifesaving and lead to significantly improved lives for our patients, their families and their communities.