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Buprenorphine

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INFORMATION ABOUT BUPRENORPHINE

Buprenorphine is used for moderate to severe pain and opioid dependence.

How Buprenorphine works

Buprenorphine is a opioid partial agonist. It prevents withdrawal symptoms in patients who stop taking opioid drugs by producing similar effects to these drugs. It also provides pain relief by acting on specific receptors in the brain that change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Common side effects of Buprenorphine

Weakness, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Headache, Constipation, Nausea, Vomiting, Sweating, Back pain, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Abdominal pain, Withdrawal syndrome, Infection, Vertigo, Inflammation of the nose, Chills, Flu-like symptoms

AVAILABLE BRANDS

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Buprigesic 2ml injection
NEON LABORATORIES LTD ₹39.00
Buprigesic 1ml inj
NEON LABORATORIES LTD ₹39.00

EXPERT ADVICE FOR BUPRENORPHINE

  • Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
  • To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
  • Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Buprenorphine can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol or taking other medicines that can cause drowsiness.
  • Discontinue the medicine and inform your doctor if you experience difficulty breathing.
  • Do not stop taking Buprenorphine without talking to your doctor first as it may cause a worsening of symptoms.
  • Your doctor may get regular blood tests to check for liver function while taking this medicine.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FOR BUPRENORPHINE

Buprenorphine belongs to a class of medications called opioid partial agonist-antagonists, which is used to relieve pain. It is a controlled substance and an addictive drug. Consult your doctor for alternate drug if you experience addiction
Yes. Buprenorphine block opiates
Buprenorphine is not known to cause depression. If you experience such side effects, please consult your doctor.

Disclaimer

The drug information on this page is different from medical advice. It is meant for educational purposes only. For further details, consult your doctor about your medical condition to know if you can receive this treatment.