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Buprenorphine
How Buprenorphine works
Buprenorphine is an opioid partial agonist-antagonists. It prevents withdrawal symptoms in patients who stop taking opioid drugs by producing similar effects to these drugs.
Side Effects
Weakness, Anxiety, Nervousness, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Headache, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Constipation, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting, Sweating
Usage
Buprenorphine is used in moderate to severe pain and opioid dependence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Buprenorphine an opiate/ opiate blocker/ controlled substance/ pain killer/ addictive?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
Q. Does Buprenorphine block opiates?Yes. Buprenorphine block opiates
Q. Can Buprenorphine cause depression?Buprenorphine is not known to cause depression. If you experience such side effects, please consult your doctor.
