Generic name:buprenorphine (oral/buccal) [ BUE-pre-NOR-feen ]
Drug class:Narcotic analgesics
What is Belbuca?
Belbuca buccal films contain buprenorphine, an opioid medication. An opioid is sometimes called a narcotic.
Belbuca buccal films are for around-the-clock treatment of moderate to severe chronic pain that is not controlled by other medicines.
Belbuca is not for use on an as-needed basis for occasional pain.
The Belbuca buccal film is placed between the gum and cheek where it adheres to the moist buccal mucosa to deliver the medicine as the film dissolves.
Warnings
Belbuca can slow or stop your breathing, and may be habit-forming. MISUSE OF OPIOID MEDICINE CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH, especially in a child or other person using Belbuca without a prescription.
Using Belbuca during pregnancy may cause life-threatening withdrawal symptoms in the newborn.
Fatal side effects can occur if you use Belbuca with alcohol, or with other drugs that cause drowsiness or slow your breathing.
Before using this medicine
You should not use Belbuca if you are allergic to buprenorphine, or if you have:
severe asthma or trouble breathing, or a blockage in your stomach or intestines.
To make sure Belbuca is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
tooth problems, including a history of cavities;
breathing problems, sleep apnea;
kidney or liver disease (especially hepatitis B or C);
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