Buprenex Tablet is used to treat moderate to severe pain and drug dependence/addiction to opioids. It helps prevent withdrawal symptoms that may be caused due to withdrawal of other opioids.
Buprenex Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Never take this medicine in greater amounts or more often than prescribed. It can be taken with or without food but should be taken at a fixed time. If you miss a dose take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Vomiting, dizziness, nausea, headache, difficulty sleeping and constipation are some of the common side effects that might be observed on taking this medicine. Some people may also experience anxiety, orthostatic hypotension (sudden decrease in blood pressure on standing) and diarrhea. Use caution while driving or using any machinery as it might cause drowsiness or visual disturbances.
Uses Of Buprenex Tablet
- Moderate to severe pain
- Opioid (Morphine) dependence
Benefits Of Buprenex Tablet
Opioid Withdrawal Management
Buprenex Tablets are effective in managing withdrawal symptoms in individuals who are dependent on opioids. Buprenorphine, the active ingredient in Buprenex, is a partial opioid agonist, meaning it activates opioid receptors in the brain to a lesser extent than full opioid agonists like heroin or oxycodone. This helps alleviate withdrawal symptoms such as cravings, muscle aches, nausea, and anxiety.
Stabilization of Opioid Dependence
By providing a steady dose of buprenorphine, Buprenex Tablets help stabilize individuals with opioid dependence. This stability allows patients to engage in counseling, therapy, and other aspects of treatment more effectively.
Side Effects Of Buprenex Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common Side Effects Of Buprenex
- Weakness
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Constipation
- Nausea
How To Use Buprenex Tablet
Place the tablet under the tongue or between the cheek and gum, and let it dissolve. Do not chew, crush, or swallow the tablet. Buprenex Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Buprenex Tablet Works
Buprenex Tablet 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.
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