Buprenex Detox Treatment
Buprenex is an analgesic designed for treating moderate to severe pain, and is intended for intravenous or intramuscular injection. Buprenex was approved by the FDA in 1985, and is a low dose of the narcotic buprenorphine.
Buprenorphine is also used in the drugs Subutex and Suboxone, two drugs approved in 2002 for the treatment of opioid addiction. But unlike these two drugs, Buprenex is not used for treating opioid addiction, but rather for treating those in chronic pain and is often used in place of morphine.
How Buprenex Works
Buprenex is a partial agonist, but it behaves like an agonist, such as morphine, and its effects tend to relieve pain longer than morphine. Buprenex has an opiate-like euphoric effect, and because Buprenex has opioid properties, it can be addictive. The addictive qualities of the drug are mainly psychological; studies reveal little physical dependence upon withdrawal of Buprenex.
The FDA recommends that the drug not be used to treat opioid addiction, and further, that the drug not be administered to those living with or recovering from addiction. Use of Buprenex by an individual addicted to narcotics can result in withdrawal symptoms.
Lakeview Health Systems state-of-the-art detoxification facility and our medical and therapeutic staff are dedicated to monitoring your addiction withdrawal and well as the development of a long-term treatment and aftercare plan.
The Side Effects of Buprenex | Buprenex Detox
The injection of Buprenex is usually administered at a doctor's office, a hospital, or a clinic. Some health care providers allow patients to use Buprenex at home, following specific injection procedures. Individuals should maintain a steady dose of Buprenex, and should avoid missing a dose. Buprenex should never be used more than one dose at a time.
- Buprenex side effects may include:
- Increase or decrease in blood pressure
- Increase or decrease in pulse rate
- Decrease of respiratory rate on rare occasions
- Drowsiness
- Nausea, dizziness or vertigo
- Sweating, headache
- Vomiting
- Miosis (constriction of pupils)
More Information About Lakeview's Rehabilitation Programs:
At Lakeview Health Systems, we can offer your loved ones a buprenex rehab detox program, patient and family treatment, recreational workshops, and more. Pick up the phone and call 1-800-884-1727. You can also reach our Helpline by using Live Chat or through our Contact Us form.
