Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) consists of three phases: Induction, Stabilization, and Maintenance.
Induction marks the initial 1-3 days of treatment, encompassing the administration of the first addiction medication dosage and addressing early withdrawal symptoms.
Stabilization encompasses the continuation of medication, dosage adjustments when necessary, and completion of the withdrawal phase.
Maintenance may span from a month up to several years and involves ongoing engagement in behavioral therapy and rehabilitation programs to sustain recovery.
Throughout the three phases of MAT, medical professionals gradually taper the medication dosage in collaboration with the person’s wishes. Depending on the severity of an individual’s addiction, MAT services can continue indefinitely.