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Buprenorphine is an opioid (narcotic) medication that is similar to morphine, codeine, and heroin..
Buprenorphine injection is used to treat moderate to severe pain.
Buprenorphine injection may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Like other narcotic medicines, buprenorphine injection can slow your breathing. Death may occur if breathing becomes too weak.
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
Less serious side effects may be more likely to occur, such as:
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Like other narcotic medicines, buprenorphine injection can slow your breathing, even after the pain-relieving effects wear off. Death may occur if breathing becomes too weak.
Using buprenorphine injection together with other drugs that cause drowsiness can slow the functions of your breathing and central nervous system to dangerous levels. These effects could result in a fatal overdose.
Avoid drinking alcohol, which can increase some of the side effects of buprenorphine injection. Using too much of this medicine in addition to drinking alcohol can cause death.
You may have withdrawal symptoms when you stop receiving buprenorphine after using it over a long period of time. Do not stop using this medication suddenly unless your doctor instructs you to. You may need to use less and less before you stop the medication completely.
Buprenorphine injection can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.
Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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