New on the blog: Recovery Starts Here: MAT for Opioid and Alcohol Addiction in West Ashley
October 30, 2026 · 0:11
New on the blog MAT for opioid and alcohol use Options at our West Ashley office
Ready to Talk About Medication-Assisted Treatment?
Our West Ashley team offers confidential medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid and alcohol use disorders, through hybrid in-person and virtual care. Treatment typically begins with an in-person assessment in West Ashley, followed by weekly in-person or virtual visits before moving to a monthly schedule. Each plan is tailored to the patient and their situation. Schedule an appointment today.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. MAT treats both opioid use disorder and alcohol dependence. Naltrexone, as a daily tablet or a monthly Vivitrol injection, is one option for alcohol.
No. That idea is a common misconception. MAT medicines are prescribed, monitored and adjusted by medical professionals to support recovery, much as people with diabetes get medical care instead of relying on willpower alone.
Stopping heavy daily drinking suddenly can cause seizures or delirium tremens, which can be fatal. Talk to a clinician before stopping, and call 911 for confusion, hallucinations or a seizure.
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