Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) is a serious condition that not only affects your health but also your finances. The cost of maintaining an addiction to illicit drugs can be staggering. At StartBupe Services, we offer a comprehensive treatment program that is both effective and affordable. This blog post will compare the average daily cost of using illicit fentanyl, oxycodone, hydrocodone, and Suboxone with the monthly cost of our treatment program.

Average Street Prices of Illicit Drugs

  1. Fentanyl
    1. Street Price: Approximately $1-$2 per milligram1
    1. Daily Use: Assuming an average use of 20 mg per day, the daily cost is $20-$40.
    1. Monthly Cost: $600-$1,200.
  2. Oxycodone (30mg tablets)
    1. Street Price: $30-$40 per tablet2
    1. Daily Use: Assuming an average use of 3 tablets per day, the daily cost is $90-$120.
    1. Monthly Cost: $2,700-$3,600.
  3. Hydrocodone/APAP (10mg/325mg)
    1. Street Price: $5-$10 per tablet3.
    1. Daily Use: Assuming an average use of 8 tablets per day, the daily cost is $40-$80.
    1. Monthly Cost: $1,200-$2,400.
  4. Suboxone (8mg/2mg film)
    1. Street Price: $20-$40 per film4.
    1. Daily Use: Assuming an average use of 2 films per day, the daily cost is $40-$80.
    1. Monthly Cost: $1,200-$2,400.
  5. Generic Buprenorphine-Naloxone (8mg/2mg film)
    1. Street Price: $15-$30 per film5.
    1. Daily Use: Assuming an average use of 2 films per day, the daily cost is $20-$60.
    1. Monthly Cost: $900-$1,800.
  6. Generic Buprenorphine-Naloxone (8mg/2mg tablet)
    1. Street Price: $15-$20 per tablet6.
    1. Daily Use: Assuming an average use of 2 tablets per day, the daily cost is $30-$40.
    1. Monthly Cost: $900-$1,200.

Cost of Comprehensive Treatment at StartBupe Services

At StartBupe Services, our comprehensive treatment program costs $195 per month, plus the cost of your medication. Here’s a breakdown of the medication costs:

  1. Buprenorphine-Naloxone Prescription with Insurance
    1. Average Monthly Cost: $8-$287.
  2. Buprenorphine-Naloxone Prescription without Insurance
    1. Average Monthly Cost: $34-$1246.

Comparing the Costs

  • Illicit Fentanyl: $600-$1,200 per month.
  • Illicit Oxycodone: $2,700-$3,600 per month.
  • Illicit Hydrocodone: $1,200-$2,400 per month.
  • Street Suboxone: $1,200-$2,400 per month.
  • Street Buprenorphine-Naloxone: $300-$1,200 per month.

OR

  • StartBupe Services Treatment Program:
    • Program Fee: $195 per month.
    • Medication with Insurance: $8-$28 per month.
    • Medication without Insurance: $34-$124 per month.
    • Total Monthly Cost with Insurance: $203-$223.
    • Total Monthly Cost without Insurance: $229-$319.

The True Cost of Delaying Treatment

The financial cost of maintaining an addiction is high, but the true cost of delaying treatment can be even higher. The risk of overdose and death is ever-present, especially with the prevalence of fentanyl and counterfeit medications in the drug market. By choosing to start treatment today, you are investing in your health, your future, and your life.

At StartBupe Services, we are committed to providing affordable and effective treatment for OUD. Our comprehensive program includes Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) with buprenorphine-naloxone, counseling, and support to help you achieve lasting recovery.

If you or a loved one is struggling with OUD, contact StartBupe Services at 704-246-4644 or at https://www.startbupe.com to start today. Our dedicated team is here to support you every step of the way and ready to provide the comprehensive care you need to achieve lasting recovery.

Sources Used

1Econlib on Fentanyl Prices 

2Addiction Resource on Oxycodone Prices 

3Addiction Resource on Hydrocodone Prices 

4Bicycle Health on Suboxone Prices 

5Ohio Recovery Center on Suboxone Prices 

6GoodRx on Buprenorphine-Naloxone Prices  7Michigan Medicine on Buprenorphine-Naloxone Costs

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