The amount of time a patient may require Suboxone during their recovery will vary depending on their individual needs. Choosing to stop your Suboxone treatment should be a joint decision made between you, your doctor, and your therapist as a team. It is important that you do not stop taking Suboxone until you are instructed to do so by your healthcare provider, as you could face withdrawal symptoms. While it is used as a maintenance treatment, it also important to remember that Suboxone is not designed to be taken on an “as-needed” basis and should be administered in accordance with your doctor’s instructions.