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Buprenorphine
About Buprenorphine
A partial opioid agonist that treats opioid addiction and chronic pain. Buprenorphine, sold with naloxone as Suboxone, produces less euphoria and has a ceiling effect on respiratory depression, making it safer than methadone. It can be prescribed in office settings rather than specialized clinics. Buprenorphine has transformed opioid addiction treatment by expanding access. The medication reduces overdose deaths and helps patients recover. It is also used as a pain patch for chronic pain management.
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