Subutex 2 mg

The brand name Subutex 2 mg is a prescription drug that belongs to the category of Schedule III. This drug contains Buprenorphine hydrochloride in the form of both a generic drug and an active ingredient.

This brand-name medication was discontinued in the U.S. but its generic variant is approved by the FDA. It is used to treat those patients who are addicted to opioid medicines and deal with ADHD.

This medication works in the brain like several other opioid drugs, such as Suboxone, etc.

The function of Subutex 2mg Medication:

Subutex 2 mg drug falls under the family of agonist-antagonist opioid medications. It attracts the various chemicals (mu-receptor agonist and kappa-receptor antagonist) in certain areas of the brain.

The medicine helps to decrease the symptoms of opioid use disorder (OUD). When patients suddenly stop taking opioid drugs after long-term use, then it occurs. This medicine starts acting in the body after 24 hours of consumption.

Dosage Strengths and Forms:

Healthcare specialists may recommend the dosage strength of the Subutex drug after monitoring the individual’s medical condition.

It is available in sublingual tablet form. The dosage strength of this drug is available as follows:

1. Form of Sublingual Tablets

• Subutex 2 mg
• Subutex 8 mg

Uses of 2mg Subutex Drug:

The uses of Subutex pills are listed below:

• Basically, Subutex 2 mg sublingual tablet is used to treat and manage opioid withdrawal symptoms.
  It is also recommended for those patients who suffer from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD).
• When the medicine is combined with therapy, it is known as Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). The treatment program is helpful for opioids addicted patients.
• People have to face withdrawal symptoms such as nausea, body pain, cravings, etc if they suddenly stop taking opioid medicine. The Subutex 2 mg tablet helps to reduce the effects of opioid addiction or dependence.

Side Effects of Subutex Tablets

This white oval pill has some common and serious side effects that are mentioned below:

Common Side Effects:-

• Feeling light-headed
• Nausea
• Chest pain
• Dizziness
• Weakness
• Loss of appetite
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Increased sweating
• Sleep problems (insomnia)
• Body pain

Serious Side Effects:-

• Teeth problems
• Noisy breathing
• Sighing
• Sleep apnea
• Problems with thinking
• Shallow breathing
• Blurred vision
• Trouble breathing
• Slurred speech
• Continuous changes in heartbeat
• Shivering
• Goosebumps
• Feeling hot or cold
• Stuffy nose
• Watery eyes
• Diarrhea
• Muscle pain
• Extreme tiredness
• Upper stomach pain
• Itching
• Dark urine
• Clay-colored stools
• Jaundice

Precautions:

• It is not advised that pregnant women take this drug without the approval of a doctor.
• People should not drink alcohol with this drug it may cause various types of risks.
• People should avoid consuming double doses of Subutex sublingual tablets in a day.
• Don’t take this drug while using other opioid-interacting medications, as it can be harmful to the patient.