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Suboxone

Generic Name: buprenorphine and naloxone (byoo PREH nor feen and NAH lox own)
Brand Names: Suboxone

What is buprenorphine and naloxone?

Buprenorphine is an opioid medication. Buprenorphine is similar to other opioids such as morphine, codeine, and heroin however, it produces less euphoric ("high") effects and therefore may be easier to stop taking.

Naloxone blocks the effects of opioids such as morphine, codeine, and heroin. If buprenorphine and naloxone is injected, naloxone will block the effects of buprenorphine and lead to withdrawal symptoms in a person with an opioid addiction. When administered under the tongue as directed, naloxone will not affect the actions of buprenorphine.

Buprenorphine and naloxone is used to treat opiate addiction.

Buprenorphine and naloxone may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about buprenorphine and naloxone?

Buprenorphine and naloxone can cause death from overdose, especially if it is injected with a tranquilizer. Use buprenorphine and naloxone exactly as directed by your doctor.

In an emergency, have family members tell emergency room staff that you are taking buprenorphine and naloxone and that you are dependent on opioids.

Buprenorphine and naloxone may dangerously increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (used to treat insomnia), other pain relievers, anxiety medicines, and muscle relaxants. Tell your doctor about all medicines that you are taking, and do not take any other prescription or over-the-counter medicine, including herbal products, without first talking to your doctor.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking buprenorphine and naloxone?

• the medication was not prescribed for you; or

• you are allergic to buprenorphine, naloxone, or any components of the tablets.

Before taking buprenorphine and naloxone, tell your doctor if you have:

• lung problems or difficulty breathing;

• a head injury or brain problem;

• liver problems;
• kidney problems;

• gallbladder problems;

• adrenal gland problems, such as Addison"s disease;

• low thyroid (hypothyroidism);

• enlarged prostate gland;

• problems urinating;

• a curve in the spine that affects breathing;

• severe mental problems or hallucinations (seeing or hearing thing that are not really there); or

• alcoholism.

You may not be able to take buprenorphine and naloxone, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.

How should I take buprenorphine and naloxone?

Take buprenorphine and naloxone exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

The buprenorphine and naloxone tablets should be placed under the tongue and allowed to dissolve. This will take 2 to 10 minutes. If more than one tablet is prescribed per dose, your doctor may tell you to put all of the tablets under your tongue at the same time, or put 2 tablets under your tongue and allow them to dissolve completely, then put the next tablet or tablets under the tongue right away.

Buprenorphine and naloxone may cause withdrawal symptoms if taken too soon after a dose of heroin, morphine, or methadone.

When treatment with buprenorphine and naloxone is completed, flush any unused tablets down the toilet.

Your doctor may want to perform blood tests or other forms of monitoring during treatment with buprenorphine and naloxone.

Store buprenorphine and naloxone at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Buprenorphine and naloxone may be a target for people who abuse prescription or street drugs. Therefore, keep the tablets in a safe place to protect them from theft. Never give them to anyone else. Sell or giving away this medicine is against the law.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication.

What happens if I overdose?

Symptoms of a buprenorphine and naloxone overdose may include slow breathing, seizures, dizziness, weakness, loss of consciousness, coma, confusion, tiredness, cold and clammy skin, and small pupils.

What should I avoid while taking buprenorphine and naloxone?

In an emergency, have family members tell emergency room staff that you are taking buprenorphine and naloxone and that you are dependent on opioids.

Dizziness may be more likely to occur when rising from a sitting or lying position. Rise slowly to minimize dizziness and prevent a fall.

Buprenorphine and naloxone may dangerously increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (used to treat insomnia), other pain relievers, anxiety medicines, and muscle relaxants. Tell your doctor about all medicines that you are taking, and do not take any other prescription or over-the-counter medicine, including herbal products, without first talking to your doctor.

Buprenorphine and naloxone side effects

• an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat, swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);

• slow breathing;

• dizziness or confusion; or

• liver problems such as yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark colored urine, light colored stools (bowel movements), decreased appetite for several days or longer, nausea, or lower stomach pain.

Other less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take buprenorphine and naloxone and talk to your doctor if you experience

• headache;

• pain;

• problems sleeping;

• nausea;

• sweating;

• stomach pain; or

• constipation.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect buprenorphine and naloxone?

Buprenorphine and naloxone can cause death from overdose, especially if it is injected with a tranquilizer. Use buprenorphine and naloxone exactly as directed by your doctor.

• a benzodiazepine such as alprazolam (Xanax), diazepam (Valium), clonazepam (Klonopin), clorazepate (Tranxene), lorazepam (Ativan), chlordiazepoxide (Librium), oxazepam (Serax), triazolam (Halcion), temazepam (Restoril), estazolam (Prosom), quazepam (Doral), or flurazepam (Dalmane);

• erythromycin (Ery-Tab, E.E.S., E-Mycin, others) or clarithromycin (Biaxin);

• itraconazole (Sporanox) or ketoconazole (Nizoral);

• an HIV protease inhibitor such as indinavir (Crixivan), ritonavir (Norvir) or saquinavir (Fortovase, Invirase);

• rifampin (Rifadin, Rimactane), rifapentine (Priftin), or rifabutin (Mycobutin);

• phenytoin (Dilantin);

• carbamazepine (Tegretol);

• a barbiturate such as phenobarbital, mephobarbital (Mebaral), and others.

You may not be able to take buprenorphine and naloxone, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you are taking any of the medications listed above.

Buprenorphine and naloxone may dangerously increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (used to treat insomnia), other pain relievers, anxiety medicines, and muscle relaxants. Tell your doctor about all medicines that you are taking, and do not take any other prescription or over-the-counter medicine, including herbal products, without first talking to your doctor.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with buprenorphine and naloxone. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products.

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist may have additional information about buprenorphine and naloxone written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Buprenorphine and naloxone is available with a prescription under the brand name Suboxone. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

• Suboxone 2mg/0.5 mg (buprenorphine/naloxone)-hexagonal, orange tablets

• Suboxone 8mg/2 mg (buprenorphine/naloxone)-hexagonal, orange tablets

• Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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