Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Buprenorphine Sublingual Tablet
Buprenorphine Sublingual Tablet
| Generic name | Buprenorphine |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Partial Opioid Agonist (and Opioid Antagonist, when combined with naloxone) |
| Forms | Sublingual tablet |
Buprenorphine sublingual tablets are a medication that treats opioid use disorder. It is placed under the tongue and dissolves, helping to reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings for opioids.
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- Follow your prescriber and the leaflet
- Don't start, stop, or change a dose on your own
- Doses and warnings differ by country and product
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