Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Subutex Sublingual Tablet
Subutex Sublingual Tablet
| Generic name | buprenorphine (buprenorphine hydrochloride) |
|---|---|
| Drug class | opioid medicine (used to treat opioid dependence) |
| Forms | Sublingual tablet (0.4 mg, 2 mg, and 8 mg strengths) |
Subutex is an opioid medicine that contains buprenorphine. It is used as part of a medical, social, and psychological treatment program for people who are dependent on opioids such as heroin, morphine, oxycodone, or codeine.
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