What Is Sublingual Buprenorphine?
Sublingual
buprenorphine (
Subutex®) is an opioid narcotic used in the treatment of opioid dependence, which may include a dependence on opioid medications such as
morphine or
oxycodone. It comes in the form of a tablet that is dissolved under the tongue.
Not all healthcare providers can prescribe sublingual buprenorphine. In order for your healthcare provider to be able to prescribe this medication, he or she must take a special class and must have a special registration. Unlike most other medications used to treat opioid dependence, sublingual buprenorphine can be dispensed by pharmacies in an outpatient setting, rather than by special dependence clinics.
Just like any medicine, sublingual buprenorphine can cause side effects.
However, not everyone who uses the drug will experience problems. In fact, most people tolerate it quite well.
If reactions do occur, in most cases, they are minor and either require no treatment or are treated easily by you or your healthcare provider. Serious side effects are less common.
Common side effects of sublingual buprenorphine include but are not limited to:
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