Buprene 0.6mg Injection

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Composition FOR Buprene 0.3mg/ml Injection

Buprenorphine(0.3mg/ml)

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It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Buprene 0.6mg Injection.
UNSAFE
Buprene 0.6mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Buprene 0.6mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Buprene 0.3mg/ml Injection

Buprenorphine(0.3mg/ml)

Buprene injection uses

{med_name} is used for moderate to severe pain and opioid dependence.

How buprene injection works

Buprene 0.6mg Injection is a opioid partial agonist that provides pain relief by acting on specific receptors in the brain that change how your body feels and responds to pain.

Common side effects of buprene injection

Weakness, Anxiety, Nervousness, Dizziness, Drug withdrawal syndrome, Headache, Sleepiness, Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting, Abdominal pain

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Expert advice FOR Buprene Injection

  • Buprenorphine is given as an injection by healthcare professionals only.
  • To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
  • Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Buprenorphine can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol or taking other medicines that can cause drowsiness.
  • Discontinue the medicine and inform your doctor if you experience difficulty breathing.
  • Do not stop taking Buprenorphine without talking to your doctor first as it may cause a worsening of symptoms.
  • Your doctor may get regular blood tests to check for liver function while taking this medicine.

Frequently asked questions FOR Buprene 0.3mg/ml Injection

Buprenorphine

Q. What is Buprene 0.6mg Injection used for?
Buprene 0.6mg Injection is used to relieve severe pain when other pain medicines did not work well enough or cannot be tolerated. This medicine is not used for minor pain or pain that only sometimes occurs. It should not be used to treat pain that you only have once in a while or "as needed". It is also used to treat opioid use disorder.
Q. How is Buprene 0.6mg Injection given?
This medicine should be injected into the skin and never into a vein. Injecting Buprene 0.6mg Injection into a vein or muscle could result in damage to the skin or underlying tissues, as well as a blood clot that could be fatal.
Q. How fast Buprene 0.6mg Injection start to work after IV (intravenous) administration?
The analgesic (pain-relieving) effect after IV administration usually occurs within 10-30 minutes and the peak effects occur within 60 minutes.
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Q. How long the analgesic effect of Buprene 0.6mg Injection lasts?
The analgesic effect of Buprene 0.6mg Injection usually lasts for an average of six hours but the duration may vary between individuals.
Q. After administration of Buprene 0.6mg Injection, I can feel a small lump under your skin. Is this normal?
Yes, you may see or feel a small lump under your skin where the medicine was injected. This could last for several weeks but the lump might eventually get smaller. Avoid rubbing or massaging the lump, or wearing tight clothing over the area. Consult your doctor if it worries you.
Q. When should I see my doctor?
The person caring for you should seek medical help immediately if you have slow breathing with long pauses, blue-colored lips, or if you are hard to wake up.
Q. Can I take alcohol with Buprene 0.6mg Injection?
This medicine may cause sleepiness or dizziness and affect your ability to drive or operate machinery. Avoid alcohol and consult your doctor in case of any doubts.
Q. I feel dizzy when I get up from a sitting position or when I walk down the stairs. Is it due to Buprene 0.6mg Injection?
This medicine may cause a severe lowering of blood pressure, or a sudden drop in blood pressure when going from sitting to standing, especially if you are taking medications for high blood pressure. Talk to your doctor who might change your dosage.
Q. Can Buprene 0.6mg Injection cause addiction?
This medicine may be addictive and cause psychological dependence and withdrawal symptoms, particularly when used for long periods of time.
Q. Can I use Buprene 0.6mg Injection during pregnancy?
If you use Buprene 0.6mg Injection while you are pregnant, your baby could become dependent on the medicine. This can cause life-threatening withdrawal symptoms in the baby after it is born. Babies born dependent on habit-forming medicine may need medical treatment for several weeks.
Q. Can I use Buprene 0.6mg Injection while breastfeeding?
Buprene 0.6mg Injection can pass into breast milk and may cause drowsiness, and breathing problems in a breastfeeding baby. Ask your doctor in detail about all the risks.

Content on this page was last updated on 21 December, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)