How to Take Suboxone Tablets

What Are Suboxone Tablets?

Suboxone tablets are used for the FDA-approved indication of opioid use disorder (OUD) to help limit cravings and symptoms of withdrawal in individuals who are dependent on opioids. In addition, Suboxone tablets are used off-label for the management of chronic pain in certain patients. 

Suboxone primarily comes in two forms: strips (films) and tablets (pills). Suboxone tablets are dissolvable tablets that contain a combination of two medications: the opioids “buprenorphine” and “naloxone”. The tablets can be administered sublingually (under the tongue) or buccally (inside the cheek) where they rapidly dissolve. 

Suboxone can also be taken in film/strip form, which you can learn more about there: How to Take Suboxone Strips.  

Why Does Suboxone Come in Sublingual Form Instead of as a Pill That Is Swallowed?

Buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) is best absorbed under the tongue or sometimes inside the cheek because it is more “bioavailable” this way. This means that more of the medication can enter the system by dissolving through the skin of the mouth than it can by being digested in our very acidic stomachs. 

Because most patients are used to swallowing pills, starting to take a sublingual film or tablet can take some getting used to. This article will walk you through exactly how to administer a Suboxone tablet. 

Suboxone Film vs. Tablets

The two forms of buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone), strips (films) and tablets, both work equally well to treat opioid use disorder. Oftentimes, a patient will receive either the strip or the tablet depending on what their local pharmacy has available or what their insurance plan will cover. 

The strips are probably the most common form available and are usually what patients start with. There are some subtle differences. Some patients feel that either the strips or tablets have a less bitter taste and might prefer one over the other for that reason. 

On average, the tablets take slightly longer to dissolve than the strips. However, both formulations work equally well when administered properly. If you have tried one or the other and prefer to try a different formulation, talk to your doctor.

How Do I Take Suboxone Tablets?

Suboxone tablets

Buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) tablets are displayed in the image above. The number 2 represents “2 mg”, but they also come in larger doses of 8 or even 12 mg. 

1. Store the tablets in a cool/dry place. They do not need to be refrigerated. 
2. Make sure you have eaten something fifteen minutes to a half an hour before taking your tablet, particularly when you are first starting buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone). This is to avoid any stomach upset or nausea. 
3. Before taking your dose make sure your mouth is empty of food.
4. It can be helpful to moisten your mouth with some water before using the tablet to help it dissolve. 
5. When you are ready to take your dose, place the tablet under the tongue and keep it there. 
6. Try not to talk or move the tablet in your mouth until it is fully dissolved. This takes anywhere from two to five minutes on average. The tablet form of buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) can take slightly longer than the strip form to fully dissolve. 
7. Do not chew, suck or swallow the tablet, as it will not get maximally absorbed this way. 
8. Once the tablet is fully dissolved, you can either spit out any saliva that has accumulated in the mouth or swallow it. Some people prefer to spit out the saliva because they dislike the taste. However, if you are going to do this, make sure you do so after the tablet itself is fully dissolved and only saliva remains. 
9. Buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) can have a minty/sour taste that can be bothersome, at least at first. Most people quickly get used to the taste. 
10. Wait about five minutes after taking your tablet before drinking water or eating, to make sure the tablet is fully dissolved before washing any saliva down. 
11. The effects of the buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) usually start within 10 to 30 minutes of taking the tablet.

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Suboxone Tablet Dosage

Buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) tablets come in different doses. The smallest tablets are usually 2 mg and the largest is usually 12 mg. The actual size of the tablets is the same, but the higher dose tablets contain more medicine.

Side Effects of Suboxone Tablets

One of the more common side effects of buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) is nausea, particularly at first. This side effect tends to go away with continued administration of the medication as the body gets used to it. 

It can also cause some dizziness or euphoria. However, this is less common in patients who are used to opioids already. If these symptoms do occur, they may last anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours until the medication wears off. 

Opioids in general, including buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone), can cause constipation. This can be a more chronic problem.

If you are experiencing any undesirable side effects with buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone), particularly at first – don’t panic! Many of these side effects go away quickly as your body gets used to the medicine over the first couple of days. If any side effects you experience are persisting, talk to your doctor. There are other medications and tips/tricks for minimizing any undesirable side effects. 

How Soon Can You Eat & Drink After Taking Suboxone?

Suboxone tablets are designed to deliver your medication through your mucous membranes. Food and drink can interrupt this process, so getting the timing right is critical. 

Suboxone tablets dissolve when in contact with saliva, but it can take up to 30 minutes for the entire pill to fade away. Don’t rush the process by chewing your tablets or swallowing them whole. Just wait.[1]

When your whole tablet is gone, wait another 30 minutes before you eat or drink anything.[1] Set a timer to help you remember if that’s helpful. The longer you wait, the more likely the medication will work properly. 

Your doctor should tell you about food/drink interactions. Some foods and beverages just aren’t safe while you’re using Suboxone tablets, no matter when you take them. These are a few substances to avoid:

• Alcohol: Suboxone is a depressant drug, capable of slowing breathing and heart rates. Alcohol is similar.
  Combining them can mean overwhelming your body’s system, and you can experience severe dizziness, lightheadedness, or respiratory distress.[2] Avoid all alcoholic beverages while using this medication.
• Grapefruit and grapefruit juice: Grapefruit can change the way your body processes medications. More of your dose could enter your body, and it could persist for too long. [3]
  Don’t drink grapefruit juice or eat the fruit while you’re using Suboxone.
• Herbal remedies: Some herbs can interact with Suboxone and produce unpleasant side effects. If you typically drink medicinal-grade herbal tea or take supplements, talk with your doctor. You may need to mix up your routine to stay safe.

In general, your Suboxone therapy should fit into your lifestyle easily. But if you have any questions about timing or your diet, talk with your doctor. 

Suboxone Tablet Side Effects 

Many people feel sleepy and unfocused when they start taking Suboxone. As you adjust to your dose, those sensations should fade. 

Other common side effects include the following:[4]

• Back pain 
• Blurred vision
• Constipation
• Headaches
• Insomnia
• Numbness in your mouth
• Stomach pain
• Tongue pain

If these symptoms are severe or don’t get better with time, talk to your doctor.  

Serious side effects are rare, but if they appear, you should tell your doctor right away. They include the following:[4]

• Signs of an allergic reaction, such as hives, difficulty breathing, or throat swelling
• Mental health challenges, including agitation, hallucination, or confusion 
• Nausea or vomiting
• Sexual changes, such as increased sex drive, inability to get an erection, or irregular menstruation
• Unusual bleeding or bruising
• Signs of liver damage, including dark-colored urine, light-colored stools, or pain in your upper right side 

These issues aren’t common, and you probably won’t deal with them while taking Suboxone. But if you do, talk with your doctor right away. 

How Long Does It Take to Adjust to Suboxone?

It typically takes four days to find the right Suboxone dose.[5] You may need a few more days to get accustomed to taking your medication and understanding how it makes you feel. 

These tips can make your adjustment easier:

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Develop a Routine

Take your Suboxone at the same time each day. Set up a reminder on your phone, so you won’t forget. And use timers to ensure you don’t eat or drink too close to your dose. 

2. Soothe Yourself During Treatment

Suboxone doses require waiting. Use this time to calm your body and mind. Treat yourself to a cup of tea or some meditative breathing. Listen to your favorite music. Or just soak up the sunshine. Reward yourself with some quiet time as you prioritize your recovery. 

3. Don’t talk while the tablet is dissolving 

Talking can interfere with how Suboxone dissolves. Try not to talk while you take your dose so that it can properly dissolve

Is Suboxone Treatment Right for You?

If you think buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) might be right for you, please reach out to our Bicycle Health online Suboxone doctors. We are standing by to answer all your questions. Call us at (844) 943-2514 or schedule an appointment here.

How the Suboxone Spit Trick Works

The suboxone spit trick is a way of administering the medication that can help you detox from opioids safely. Here’s how it works.

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Suboxone treatment is highly effective in preventing opioid withdrawal symptoms as well as opioid cravings. It can be administered in tandem with psychosocial support in the medication assisted treatment (MAT) of substance use disorder.  But what is the Suboxone spit trick? We break it down below.

The Best Way To Take Suboxone Film

Patients that are prescribed Suboxone films are generally overcoming opioid addiction. Opioid use disorder (OUD) creates an impulse to consume as much of the opioid as possible, to capitalize on the drug’s full potential and dose. This mindset can intersect with the consumption of rehabilitation medications such as Suboxone and create unfounded beliefs that active medication in the residual saliva produced by the sublingual ingestion of Suboxone should be consumed to experience the maximum effect of the medication. This is not true. There is no additional benefit if you swallow the residual saliva. The efficacy of the medication is most effective sublingually. 

Suboxone is a sublingual medication. Sublingual refers to the delivery system of the drug. The medication is designed to dissolve. The Suboxone film should be placed on the capillaries that inhabit the underside of the tongue. This is where the medication is absorbed and enters the bloodstream. 

Can You Dissolve Suboxone In Your Cheek?

You cannot dissolve Suboxone in your cheek. The medication is designed to perform at its best when dissolved sublingually. Suboxone dissolves under the tongue. When the medication has completely dissolved, and you can no longer see the Suboxone film, you can spit out the residue – the Suboxone spit trick! You won’t receive any extra Suboxone by swallowing it. 

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How To Properly Take Suboxone

Place the medication under your tongue, do not smoke, talk, drink, eat or chew and sit with your mouth closed and tongue placed over the medication. It can take between 5 – 15 minutes for Suboxone to dissolve.  This will vary from patient to patient. Avoid nicotine and caffeine for at least 15 minutes before and after you take your medication. No vaping products, caffeine, or cigarettes should be consumed. Nicotine and caffeine speed up the body’s metabolism and decrease the lasting effects of the medication. The goal is to make sure the medication lasts as long as it possibly can. The prolonged, long-acting effects of the buprenorphine in Suboxone are responsible for reducing and eradicating withdrawal symptoms and cravings. By eliminating these elements, patients can focus on other components of their recovery program, such as counseling and psychosocial, behavioral therapy, as recommended. Counseling and therapy help address and understand some of the underlying issues driving addiction. Understanding these issues is just as important as remaining abstinent. 

The Suboxone Spit Trick

Suboxone is designed to absorb sublingually. When the Suboxone dissolves under the tongue, the remaining residue mingles with the saliva that is produced as the medication onsets. This saliva should not be swallowed; it is essentially waste. If swallowed, it can increase side effects like constipation and migraine. Instead, once dissolved, you should spit out the saliva. The spit trick is a way to ensure you receive the fragments of the medication you are supposed to receive and purge yourself of the particles that can cause adverse side effects. You are not wasting or losing out on any of the medication by not swallowing it. The medication only works sublingually. The excess residue should not be swallowed. 

What Happens When You Swallow Suboxone?

We have discussed the function of opioid receptors in the brain in a number of other articles. Take a look at Can Suboxone Lead to Addiction to understand more about the role of opioid receptors in the brain. Opioid receptors are also present in the intestine. When Suboxone activates these receptors in the intestine, it slows down movement and the operation of bodily systems such as the excretory system, muscular system, lymphatic system, digestive system, and more. This can cause constipation. Refer again to Can Suboxone Lead to Addiction for more on the retardation of movement and bodily systems. The stagnation causes material (feces) to remain in the system for longer than it should; this, in turn, causes constipation. Other adverse side effects of swallowing Suboxone residue include mood swings, low blood pressure, and migraines. 

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How to Maximize Suboxone Absorptions

In order to maximize the absorption of Suboxone, place the medication under the tongue, unhindered until it dissolves completely. Swallowing Suboxone spit does not affect its potency and/or performance abilities, but it can amplify side effects and cause discomfort. It is worth noting that not all patients experience side effects from swallowing the medication. Nonetheless, your prescribing medical professional should be consulted. Confidant’s medical team is available around the clock and is ready to assist. Message us here. 

Important Note Regarding the Suboxone Spit Trick

Do not spit out your medication; only after your medication dissolves should you spit out the residual saliva. 

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Provided by Lexicomp ^® , this document contains all the information you need to know about this medicine, including indications, directions for use, side effects, and when your healthcare provider should be contacted.

Trade names: USA

Bunavail [DSC]; Suboxone; Zubsolv

Brand names: Canada

MYLAN-Buprenorphine/Naloxone [DSC]; PMS-Buprenorphine-Naloxone; Suboxone; TEVA-Buprenorphine/Naloxone

What is this drug used for?

• It is used to treat addiction to opioids. Opioid drugs include heroin and prescription pain relievers such as oxycodone and morphine.
• Do not use for pain relief or as needed.

What should I tell my doctor BEFORE taking this drug?

• If you have an allergy to this drug, any of its ingredients, other drugs, foods or substances. Tell your doctor about your allergies and how they have manifested.
• If you have liver disease.
• If you have not received opioid treatment.
• If you have taken medications for depression or Parkinson’s disease in the past 14 days. These include isocarboxazid, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, selegiline, or rasagiline. An episode of very high blood pressure may occur.
• If you are taking any of the following drugs: linezolid or methylene blue.
• If you are pregnant or could become pregnant. Possible adverse effects of this drug on the fetus. You need to check with your doctor whether it is appropriate for you to receive treatment with this drug.

This list of drugs and conditions that may interact with this drug is not exhaustive.

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all medicines you take (prescription and over-the-counter, natural products and vitamins) and any health problems you have. You need to make sure that this drug is safe for your conditions and in combination with other drugs you are already taking. Do not start or stop taking any drug or change the dosage without your doctor’s advice.

What do I need to know or do while taking this drug?

• Tell all your health care workers that you are taking this drug. These are doctors, nurses, pharmacists and dentists.
• Avoid driving and other activities that require increased attention until you see how this drug affects you.
• To reduce the risk of dizziness or loss of consciousness, get up slowly from a lying or sitting position. Walking up and down stairs should be done with care.
• Your doctor may prescribe you naloxone so that you can have the drug if you need it if you overdose on opioids. An overdose of opioids can happen if you start taking opioids again or if you take too much of the drug. If you have any questions about buying or using naloxone, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. If you think you have overdosed on opioids, seek medical attention immediately, even if you have used naloxone.
• Long-term use of an opioid medicine can lead to a decrease in the level of sex hormones. If you have a decreased interest in sex, fertility problems, no menstruation, or problems with ejaculation, see your doctor.
• Even one dose of this drug, taken by another person or by mistake, can be deadly, especially in children. If this drug has been taken by another person or by mistake, get medical help right away.
• Opioid withdrawal symptoms have happened with this drug. If you experience symptoms such as sweating, chills, diarrhea or unexplained abdominal pain, anxiety, irritability, or excessive yawning, contact your doctor immediately.
• Liver problems have rarely been reported with this drug. In some cases, this has led to death. Call your doctor right away if you develop signs of liver problems such as dark urine, fatigue, lack of appetite, nausea or abdominal pain, light-colored stools, vomiting, yellowing of the skin or eyes.
• This drug contains an opioid. Serious side effects have occurred when using opioids with benzodiazepines, alcohol, marijuana, or other forms of cannabis, as well as prescription or over-the-counter drugs that can cause drowsiness or slow action. These effects include slow or labored breathing and death. Benzodiazepines include drugs such as alprazolam, diazepam, and lorazepam. Benzodiazepines can be used to treat many health conditions such as anxiety, sleep disorders, or seizures. If you have any questions, please consult your doctor.
• Do not take with alcohol or products containing alcohol. Dangerous, sometimes deadly, effects may develop.
• Dental problems such as cavities, infections, and tooth loss have been reported with medications containing buprenorphine that dissolve in the mouth. This happened even to people who had no previous problems with their teeth. Call your doctor and dentist right away if you have problems with your teeth or gums.
• Long-term use of this drug during pregnancy may cause withdrawal symptoms in the newborn. This can be life threatening. Consult your doctor.
• If you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed, tell your doctor. This drug passes into breast milk and may harm your baby.

What side effects should I report to my doctor immediately?

WARNING. In rare cases, this drug can cause serious and sometimes deadly side effects in some patients. Contact your doctor or seek medical attention right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be associated with serious side effects:

• Signs of an allergic reaction, such as rash, hives, itching, red and swollen skin with blisters or peeling, possibly accompanied by fever, wheezing or wheezing, tightness in the chest or throat, difficulty breathing, swallowing or speaking, unusual hoarseness, swelling in the mouth, face, lips, tongue or throat.
• Vision change.
• Nervous tension and agitation.
• Balance change.
• Depression and other mood disorders.
• Feelings of confusion, inability to concentrate, or changes in behavior.
• Excessive muscle activity or slow movement.
• Slurred speech.
• Lethargy, feeling drunk, or feeling unwell.
• Feeling of abnormal heartbeat.
• Noisy breathing.
• Breathing disorders during sleep (sleep apnea syndrome).
• This drug can cause very bad and sometimes deadly breathing problems. Call your doctor right away if breathing is slow, shallow, or difficult.
• Seek immediate medical attention if you feel very drowsy, severely dizzy, or if you lose consciousness. Caregivers or others should seek immediate medical attention if the patient does not respond, does not respond, or does not respond in the usual way, or if he sleeps and does not wake up.
• Taking opioid drugs like this can cause a rare but severe adrenal disorder. If you feel very tired or weak, pass out, or have severe dizziness, severe nausea, vomiting, or loss of appetite, call your healthcare provider right away.
• When this drug is taken with certain other drugs, a bad and sometimes deadly condition called serotonin syndrome can develop. Call your doctor right away if you experience agitation, balance problems, confusion, hallucinations, high fever, tachycardia or abnormal heart rhythms, flushing, muscle twitching or stiffness, seizures, tremors or tremors, excessive sweating, severe diarrhea, nausea or vomiting , severe headache.

What are some other side effects of this drug?

Any medicine can have side effects. However, for many people, side effects are either minor or non-existent. Contact your doctor or seek medical attention if these or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

All forms:

• Feeling dizzy, drowsy, tired or weak.
• Constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting.
• Headache.
• Sleep disorders.
• Excessive sweating.
• Hyperemia (blush).
• Back pain.

Sublingual plate:

• Burn.
• Numbness or tingling in the mouth.
• Pain in the area of ​​placement.
• Redness.

This list of possible side effects is not exhaustive. If you have any questions about side effects, please contact your doctor. Talk to your doctor about side effects.

You can report side effects to the National Health Board.

You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You can also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

What is the best way to take this drug?

Use this drug as directed by your doctor. Read all the information provided to you. Strictly follow all instructions.

All forms:

• Take this drug at about the same time of day.
• Do not chew or swallow.
• Do not eat, drink, smoke or talk until the tablet has dissolved.
• For oral use only. Very bad and sometimes deadly side effects can happen when this drug is given by injection.
• After this drug has dissolved, fill your mouth with plenty of water, rinse your mouth and swallow the water. Wait at least 1 hour before brushing your teeth.
• Take good care of your teeth. Visit your dentist regularly.
• Perform blood tests as directed by your doctor. Consult with your doctor.
• If you are 65 years of age or older, use this drug with caution. You may experience more side effects.
• This drug may be habit-forming with long-term use.
• This drug carries a risk of abuse and misuse. Use this drug only as directed by your doctor. Tell your doctor if you have ever abused or been dependent on any drugs or alcohol.
• You will be closely monitored to avoid misuse, abuse, or dependence on this drug.
• Do not stop taking this drug abruptly without consulting your doctor. You may be at increased risk of withdrawal symptoms. If necessary, taking this drug should be stopped gradually, in accordance with the doctor’s instructions.
• Many drugs interact with this drug and may increase the risk of side effects such as life-threatening breathing problems. Check with your doctor and pharmacist to make sure it is safe to use this drug with all your other drugs.

Information concerning all medicinal products in the form of wafers:

• Open immediately before use.
• Do not touch the preparation with wet hands.
• This drug must be taken as a whole. Do not cut or tear this drug. After placing the plate, do not touch it with your tongue or finger.

Sublingual plate:

• Some drugs must be placed under the tongue. Some preparations can be placed under the tongue or on the inside of the cheek. You must know exactly how to use this drug. If in doubt, consult your pharmacist.
• When resorption of the drug under the tongue, moisten the mouth with water. The film must be placed under the left or right half of the tongue closer to the sublingual crease and kept until dissolved.
• When using the drug behind the cheek, moisten the inside of the cheek with your tongue or water. Place the film on the damp surface of the cheek and hold until dissolved.
• When using two plates, place them on opposite sides. Avoid contact between plates.
• When using 3 films, place the third film under the tongue after the first 2 films have dissolved.

Cheek plate:

• Wet the inside of your cheek with your tongue or water.
• Put the plate in your mouth on the damp surface of your cheek. Hold for 5 seconds until it sticks to the cheek. Wait for it to dissolve.
• Place the plate with the printed side against the inside of the cheek.
• When using 2 plates, place them on opposite sides. When using several plates, do not place more than 2 plates at the same time on the inside of 1 cheek.

Sublingual tablets (sublingual tablets):

• Place the tablet under your tongue and let it dissolve.
• If your doctor prescribes you more than 1 tablet per appointment, ask your doctor how to take them.

What if I miss a dose of a drug?

• Take the missed dose as soon as you can.
• If it’s time for your next dose, don’t take the missed dose and then go back to your regular dosing schedule.
• Do not take 2 doses or an additional dose at the same time.
• If you miss a dose and are not sure what to do, contact your doctor.

How do I store and/or discard this drug?

All forms:

• Store at room temperature in a dry place. Do not store in the bathroom.
• Keep this medicine in a protected place out of sight and reach of children and out of the reach of other people. A box or room that is locked with a key can act as a secure storage place for the drug. Keep all medicines out of the reach of pets.

Information concerning all medicinal products in the form of wafers:

• Don’t freeze.
• Store in a foil bag until use.

General information about medicines

• Dispose of unused or expired drugs. Do not empty into a toilet or sewer unless instructed to do so. If you have any questions about disposing of medicines, ask your pharmacist. Drug disposal programs may be in place in your area.
• If your health does not improve or even worsens, see your doctor.
• Do not give your medicine to anyone and do not take other people’s medicines.
• Some medicines may come with other patient information leaflets. If you have any questions about this drug, talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care professional.
• A separate instruction for patients is attached to the drug. Please read this information carefully. Reread it each time you refill your supply. If you have any questions about this drug, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care professional.
• If you think you have overdosed, call a poison control center or get medical help right away. Be prepared to tell or show what drug you took, how much, and when it happened.

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Tablets Subutex – Is it a drug or not, how does it affect the body?

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Buprenorphine (brand name Subutex), is a powerful pain reliever and belongs to semi-synthetic apioids. This drug is not officially recognized as a drug and, due to its abilities, belongs to drugs with a psychotropic effect on the human body. In European countries, this drug was replaced in the form of Suboxone, and before that, Subutex was replaced by Methadone. Despite the abundance of names, this drug is potent and has narcotic properties. It is used in substitution therapy for drug addiction.

What is the purpose of using Buprenorphine (Subutex)

This drug has found its wide application in substitution therapy for narcotic drugs, as well as in pain relief and pain relief. In terms of its qualities, it is many times stronger than the narcotic drug Morphine. The reason for the creation of this psychotropic drug was the belief that drug addiction could not be defeated and cured. Therefore, it was decided to create a remedy that will replace drugs and bring the least harm to the health of a person dependent on them.

Effects on the human body

Experts believe that tablets of the psychotropic drug Subutex are the least toxic among the “substitutes” of narcotic drugs and bring the least harm to the dependent patient during treatment. This psychotropic drug gives the drug addict less euphoria and more analgesic effect, which, with its small volume and quantity, does not significantly load the body with toxins.

Buprenorphine, acts on a person after a minute from the time of administration when injected and 10-13 minutes after intramuscular use. The use of Subutex under the tongue is also provided, which gives an effect after 20 minutes. After 25 minutes, in the blood plasma, its maximum value is detected.

Since Subutex is a drug that is 25-35 times stronger in its analgesic properties than Morphine. One third of a milligram (mg) of this drug is equivalent to 11 (mg) of morphine. An increased dose of the drug leads to respiratory depression and causes the following symptoms of poisoning:

• shortness of breath;
• tachycardia;
• severe dizziness;
• vomiting and nausea;
• hallucinogenic visions, delusions;

• jumping consciousness and confused thoughts;
• severe constriction of the pupils;
• increased sweating;
• dry mouth;
• if an overdose occurs, then a coma occurs, leading to death.

Subutex, causes a slight but rapid dependence on the use. When taken together with analgesics, the narcotic component, sedatives, benzodiazepines, as well as alcoholic products, will cause a violation in the Central nervous system (CNS).

Dependence on Subutex

Many “specialists” believe that this drug does not harm the use, or does, but very slowly, which makes it possible to avoid overdoses and dependence. This mistake costs many of the emergence of drug addiction from this psychotropic drug, and this is today a proven fact.

During the substitution, no one has yet been able to independently refuse to use this narcotic psychotropic drug. Whoever tries to try to do this will get the resulting withdrawal and “breaking”, which will not be able to be transferred at home. The abstinence from this drug itself is very difficult, because of the synthetic tablets that make up Subutex. Withdrawal syndrome passes with the following symptoms:

• severe pain;
• convulsive impulses;
• vomiting;
• nausea;
• anorexia;
• insomnia;
• hallucinations;
• unstoppable aggression.

Such symptoms are beyond the capacity of the human psyche to endure and may lead the addict to attempt suicide. This condition requires urgent intervention of a drug treatment clinic and a phased treatment of this disease. Western countries, seeing what is happening, do not abandon this substitution method and began to offer another drug Suboxone, but where is the guarantee that this method will not bring a more deplorable result than Subutex, because they used to also speak for Buprenorphine.

Distribution of Subutex

A legal narcotic drug involved in the substitution of narcotic drugs and is fully controlled by the State Authorities. Let’s see how this happens? You use heroin, and the State gives you Subutex instead, which reduces the euphoric state, or in another way of dating, as an analgesic narcotic drug. In the second method, trying to get away from the pain symptom, you, using Subutex, get drug dependence.

Such narcotic and psychotropic substances, one way or another, end up on the black market, where anyone can buy it for some financial means. More often, it gets on sale from those who themselves, trying to recover from drug addiction, take them out into the masses in the mouth under the tongue or by other methods.

The strong distribution of Buprenorphine, at present, is in trend among drug addicts and it surpassed heroin in its use. What can this fact say? Only that substitution treatment does not bring the expected benefits of therapy, but creates big problems and a new addiction.

What danger does the use of Subutex bring? The addict simply exchanges one drug for another that is milder and less euphoric. As well as in the case of refusal to use, abstinence passes in a milder form, and in order to set the required euphoric state, an increase in the dose of the drug.

This regularity often leads a drug-addicted person into a state of overdose and severe malfunction of the internal organs. According to world-class statistics, substitution therapy significantly removes the death from the use of narcotic drugs, but at the same time leaves the drug addict – a drug addict. It turns out that there is no benefit from treatment with this remedy, in terms of complete recovery, and dependence is intensifying.

How to get rid of dependence on psychotropic Subutex

If you decide to start treatment with the help of drug substitution, you need to remember that this therapy is eternal. You can be treated all your life, and you can return to the previous path from the Subutex medication at any time. Also, dependence on Buprenorphine gradually causes the body to take an increased dose. What to do in order to quit and remove dependence on this drug?

One and the right way out of this situation is a comprehensive course of rehabilitation measures. Our narcological clinic “Hummingbird” can offer complex therapy and complete healing not just from the psychotropic substance Subutex, but from drug addiction to any narcotic drugs.

Narcological assistance – Narcological Clinic “Kolibri”

The specialists of our clinic are well aware of the problems of substitution therapy, therefore, this method is not considered for treatment. After all, if the treatment is violated by the patient, after a while he gets a strong dependence on a psychotropic drug. This happens in 90% of cases after undergoing complex treatment. Narcological clinic “Hummingbird”, in its methods, focuses on:

• psychological assistance to restore social balance in the environment of life;
• restoration of physical health damaged by drug use;
• using the system of American scientists “12 steps”, modernized for our lives;
• systems of physiotherapeutic measures, where the procedures accelerate the process of starting the recovery functions of the body;
• folk and Oriental medicine according to the ancient Chinese teachings.

All these methods have shown their capabilities and results, so the percentage of recovering wards is constantly increasing.

The beginning of drug addiction treatment takes place after diagnostic measures in the quarantine sector of the Hummingbird Narcological Clinic. At this stage, the ward will pass the withdrawal syndrome with the help of our methods of treatment and preparatory psychological rehabilitation courses.

We understand that your relative will not agree to decide on treatment for addiction, so our clinic has a new service “narcologist at home”. When leaving for your address, our employee will find the right words for the ward to make the right choice in favor of a happy and healthy life.

After passing through the quarantine sector of treatment and withdrawal of abstinence, the ward switches to inpatient therapy. At the second stage, a drug addict will be offered a choice of 2-3-4-bed comfortable places in our residential housing construction. All courses of treatment and intensive care are under the round-the-clock supervision of our medical staff, therefore, all unforeseen situations with the patient’s health are resolved quickly and without delay.

Turning to the NC “Hummingbird”, after undergoing rehabilitation measures, you get the opportunity to look at the world with different and more sober eyes.