Buprenorphine (oral/buccal)

Generic name: buprenorphine (oral/buccal) [ BUE-pre-NOR-feen ]
Brand name: Belbuca
Dosage form: buccal film (150 mcg; 300 mcg; 450 mcg; 600 mcg; 75 mcg; 750 mcg; 900 mcg)
Drug class:Narcotic analgesics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Apr 5, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is buprenorphine buccal?

Buprenorphine is an opioid medication. Buprenorphine oral/buccal (placed between the gum and cheek) is for around-the-clock treatment of moderate to severe chronic pain that is not controlled by other medicines.

Buprenorphine is not for use on an as-needed basis for occasional pain.

Buprenorphine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

MISUSE OF OPIOID MEDICINE CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use buprenorphine if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

• severe asthma or trouble breathing, or a blockage in your stomach or intestines.

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);

• enlarged prostate, urination problems;

• problems with your gallbladder, pancreas, or thyroid;

• a head injury,