Opioid replacement (ORT)2021-05-27T16:22:15+10:00

Opioid Replacement Therapy (ORT)

For people who are dependent on opiates (e.g. heroin, oxycodone and morphine) we offer ORT.  In ORT, methadone and buprenorphine are prescribed to replace the opioid substance/s. ORT is highly regulated and clients receiving this treatment will be registered with Monitored Medicines Unit (MMU)  in Queensland Health.

Acceptance into ORT requires thorough assessment by medical staff and certain conditions apply.

Stages

Opioid treatment has two stages:

  1. Opioid stabilisation
    Determining the most suitable dose requires regular and close monitoring by medical and nursing staff. As such, anyone commencing ORT or re-stabilising in treatment will need to attend the Biala City Community Health Centre until their dose is stable.
  1. Opioid maintenance
    For many people, ORT becomes long term treatment which requires case management. Opioid maintenance provides a person with a team of health professionals who will work with them to support dosing at specified local pharmacies, as well as refer for counselling and other therapies if required.

Contact us

1800 177 833 

Call Adis 24/7 Alcohol and Drug Support for 24-hour, 7 day a week confidential support for people in Queensland with alcohol and other drug concerns, their families and health professionals.

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Are you another Health Professional?

Please call Adis 1800 177 833 to discuss the needs of your patient. Adis will provide information on the most suitable service for you to refer to.

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