Common Questions about Buprenorphine

Is buprenorphine addictive?

Buprenorphine can be addictive (habit-forming) because it is an opioid partial agonist. Even though this medicine is used to treat opioid use disorder, it carries a risk of addiction. Take buprenorphine exactly as prescribed to lower your risk of opioid dependence.

Does buprenorphine contain morphine?

No, buprenorphine does not contain morphine. However, it belongs to the same group of drugs as morphine, which is a potent analgesic used to manage acute pain and chronic pain. Both are opioids. Morphine is a full opioid agonist, while buprenorphine is a partial opioid agonist.

How safe is buprenorphine?

Buprenorphine is safe when used as prescribed. However, this treatment for opioid use disorder can cause life-threatening breathing problems. Do not drink alcohol or take other CNS depressant medications while on buprenorphine because this can increase your risk of life-threatening respiratory depression.

How long should buprenorphine be taken?

Buprenorphine should be taken as long as needed to treat opioid dependence. Some people say that you have not fully recovered from an opioid use disorder until you stop buprenorphine treatment, but this is not true.

Can I stop taking buprenorphine suddenly?

Do not stop taking buprenorphine suddenly. This can result in uncomfortable and potentially life-threatening withdrawal effects. Your healthcare provider will tell you how to lower the dose gradually.

What is the price of buprenorphine without insurance?

Without insurance, buprenorphine can be as high as $399.99, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $117.39 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of buprenorphine with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on buprenorphine—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for buprenorphine. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.