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FDA-approved addiction medications

Some substance-use disorders have FDA-approved medication options. Others do not. A clear medication review helps patients avoid unsafe assumptions and choose a medically grounded next step.

Medication decisions require clinical review. A medication that helps one person may be unsafe for another because of recent substance use, withdrawal timing, pregnancy, liver or kidney disease, seizure history, opioid exposure, psychiatric symptoms, current prescriptions, or overdose risk.

Nao Medical accepts many major insurance plans for addiction medicine and behavioral-health visits, including Medicaid, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Healthfirst, MetroPlus, Fidelis, UnitedHealthcare, United Healthcare Community Plan, EmblemHealth, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and many commercial plans. Coverage can vary by visit type, medication, pharmacy benefit, lab testing, counseling, and prior authorization.

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Medication questions need context The right answer depends on the substance, the medication, current symptoms, and whether the option is approved for that condition.

Medication status and next steps

Approved

Alcohol-use disorder

Naltrexone, acamprosate, and disulfiram can support recovery for selected patients.

VIVITROL is injectable naltrexone and can also be reviewed.

Approved

Opioid-use disorder

Buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone are FDA-approved options.

Nao Medical focuses on office-based buprenorphine and naltrexone pathways, with referral when methadone is needed.

Approved

Tobacco dependence

Nicotine replacement therapy, bupropion SR, and varenicline are FDA-approved quit-smoking options.

Medication can be paired with counseling and quit planning.

Caution

Stimulant and cannabis use disorders

No FDA-approved medication exists for cocaine, methamphetamine, or cannabis use disorder.

Care can still support behavioral treatment, mental health, testing, sleep, and safety.

Care options to compare

Counseling

Review counseling and relapse-prevention support.

Important safety note

Medication decisions require clinical review. A medication that helps one person may be unsafe for another because of recent substance use, withdrawal timing, pregnancy, liver or kidney disease, seizure history, opioid exposure, psychiatric symptoms, current prescriptions, or overdose risk.

Medication is strongest when the plan includes follow-up, counseling when appropriate, overdose or relapse-risk planning, and a clear way to manage side effects or coverage questions.

Medication support locations

174th Street addiction medication clinic

Bronx

174th Street

932 E 174th St, Bronx, NY 10460

A Bronx access point for addiction medication review, Suboxone or buprenorphine follow-up, alcohol-use medication discussion, tobacco-cessation medication planning, and coordinated behavioral-health support for patients in West Farms, Crotona Park East, and nearby Bronx neighborhoods.

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Astoria addiction medication clinic

Queens

Astoria

37-15 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY 11105

A Queens access point for addiction medication review, Suboxone or buprenorphine follow-up, alcohol-use medication discussion, tobacco-cessation medication planning, and coordinated behavioral-health support for patients in Astoria, Ditmars, East Elmhurst, and nearby Queens neighborhoods.

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Bartow Mall addiction medication clinic

Bronx

Bartow Mall

2063A Bartow Ave, Bronx, NY 10475

A Bronx access point for addiction medication review, Suboxone or buprenorphine follow-up, alcohol-use medication discussion, tobacco-cessation medication planning, and coordinated behavioral-health support for patients in Co-op City, Pelham Bay, Baychester, and nearby Bronx neighborhoods.

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Crown Heights addiction medication clinic

Brooklyn

Crown Heights

341 Eastern Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY 11216

A Brooklyn access point for addiction medication review, Suboxone or buprenorphine follow-up, alcohol-use medication discussion, tobacco-cessation medication planning, and coordinated behavioral-health support for patients in Crown Heights, Prospect Heights, and nearby Brooklyn neighborhoods.

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Hicksville addiction medication clinic

Long Island

Hicksville

232 W Old Country Rd, Hicksville, NY 11801

A Long Island access point for addiction medication review, Suboxone or buprenorphine follow-up, alcohol-use medication discussion, tobacco-cessation medication planning, and coordinated behavioral-health support for patients in Hicksville, Plainview, Bethpage, and nearby Nassau County communities.

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Jackson Heights addiction medication clinic

Queens

Jackson Heights

80-10 Northern Blvd, Jackson Heights, NY 11372

A Queens access point for addiction medication review, Suboxone or buprenorphine follow-up, alcohol-use medication discussion, tobacco-cessation medication planning, and coordinated behavioral-health support for patients in Jackson Heights, Elmhurst, Corona, and nearby Queens neighborhoods.

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Jamaica addiction medication clinic

Queens

Jamaica

90-18 Sutphin Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11435

A Queens access point for addiction medication review, Suboxone or buprenorphine follow-up, alcohol-use medication discussion, tobacco-cessation medication planning, and coordinated behavioral-health support for patients in Jamaica, Briarwood, Richmond Hill, and nearby Queens neighborhoods.

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Long Island City addiction medication clinic

Queens

Long Island City

30-07 36th Ave, Astoria, NY 11106

A Queens access point for addiction medication review, Suboxone or buprenorphine follow-up, alcohol-use medication discussion, tobacco-cessation medication planning, and coordinated behavioral-health support for patients in Long Island City, Astoria, Sunnyside, and nearby Queens neighborhoods.

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Mineola addiction medication clinic

Long Island

Mineola

135 Mineola Blvd, Mineola, NY 11501

A Long Island access point for addiction medication review, Suboxone or buprenorphine follow-up, alcohol-use medication discussion, tobacco-cessation medication planning, and coordinated behavioral-health support for patients in Mineola, Garden City, Westbury, and nearby Nassau County communities.

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StuyTown addiction medication clinic

Manhattan

StuyTown

259 1st Ave, New York, NY 10003

A Manhattan access point for addiction medication review, Suboxone or buprenorphine follow-up, alcohol-use medication discussion, tobacco-cessation medication planning, and coordinated behavioral-health support for patients in StuyTown, East Village, Gramercy, and nearby Manhattan neighborhoods.

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Williamsburg addiction medication clinic

Brooklyn

Williamsburg

308 Graham Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211

A Brooklyn access point for addiction medication review, Suboxone or buprenorphine follow-up, alcohol-use medication discussion, tobacco-cessation medication planning, and coordinated behavioral-health support for patients in Williamsburg, Greenpoint, Bushwick, and nearby Brooklyn neighborhoods.

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Related addiction medication options

Suboxone treatment

Daily buprenorphine-naloxone care for opioid-use disorder when clinically appropriate.

Sublocade injection

Monthly injectable buprenorphine review for eligible patients who are already stabilized on buprenorphine.

VIVITROL and naltrexone

Naltrexone options for alcohol-use disorder and opioid relapse prevention after opioid-free planning.

Alcohol medication

Naltrexone, acamprosate, and disulfiram discussion for alcohol-use disorder when appropriate.

Counseling

Medication works best when paired with counseling, follow-up, relapse planning, and mental-health support.

Family support

Support for relatives who need help encouraging care without shame or coercion.

Questions about medication treatment

FDA-approved medication options are well established for opioid-use disorder, alcohol-use disorder, and tobacco dependence. Medication options for stimulant and cannabis use disorders remain investigational, with behavioral treatment and co-occurring mental-health care often central.
Common medications include naltrexone, acamprosate, and disulfiram. VIVITROL is extended-release injectable naltrexone. The right option depends on current alcohol use, liver health, opioid use, pregnancy questions, adherence, goals, and safety.
FDA-approved medications include buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone. Nao Medical focuses on office-based buprenorphine care, Suboxone treatment, Sublocade review, VIVITROL review, naloxone safety planning, and referral when methadone or a higher level of care is needed.
No. Those are opioid pain medications and can be involved in opioid-use disorder. They are not opioid-use-disorder treatment medications.
There is no FDA-approved medication for cocaine-use disorder. Some medications have been studied, but care usually centers on behavioral treatment, relapse-prevention planning, testing, mental-health care, and safety review.
There is no FDA-approved medication for methamphetamine-use disorder. Some medication combinations and individual medications have been studied, but routine treatment is behavioral and safety focused.
There is no FDA-approved medication for cannabis-use disorder. Epidiolex is FDA-approved for specific seizure conditions, not cannabis-use disorder.
FDA-approved quit-smoking options include nicotine replacement therapy, bupropion SR, and varenicline. The plan depends on nicotine pattern, pregnancy questions, psychiatric history, seizure risk, medication interactions, and insurance coverage.
Some addiction medication visits may be appropriate by telehealth, especially follow-up. In-person care may still be needed for testing, vitals, injections, complex symptoms, or local safety planning.
Nao Medical accepts many major insurance plans for addiction medicine and behavioral-health visits, including Medicaid, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Healthfirst, MetroPlus, Fidelis, UnitedHealthcare, United Healthcare Community Plan, EmblemHealth, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and many commercial plans. Coverage can vary by visit type, medication, pharmacy benefit, lab testing, counseling, and prior authorization.
FDA-approved medication options are well established for opioid-use disorder, alcohol-use disorder, and tobacco dependence. Medication options for stimulant and cannabis use disorders remain investigational, with behavioral treatment and co-occurring mental-health care often central.
Common medications include naltrexone, acamprosate, and disulfiram. VIVITROL is extended-release injectable naltrexone. The right option depends on current alcohol use, liver health, opioid use, pregnancy questions, adherence, goals, and safety.
FDA-approved medications include buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone. Nao Medical focuses on office-based buprenorphine care, Suboxone treatment, Sublocade review, VIVITROL review, naloxone safety planning, and referral when methadone or a higher level of care is needed.
No. Those are opioid pain medications and can be involved in opioid-use disorder. They are not opioid-use-disorder treatment medications.
There is no FDA-approved medication for cocaine-use disorder. Some medications have been studied, but care usually centers on behavioral treatment, relapse-prevention planning, testing, mental-health care, and safety review.

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