Precautions

Buprenorphine should be used with caution in the following populations:

  • Elderly patients
  • Weak patients
  • Patients with severe hepatic, pulmonary, or renal impairment
  • Patients with myxedema or hypothyroidism
  • Patients with CNS depression
  • Patients with acute alcoholism

For the complete list of precautions, please refer to the resource provided below.



Related Resources: 
Suboxone® Prescribing Information
Description: 
The prescribing information from the makers of Suboxone® including side effects, contraindications and drug interactions.
Source: 
Reckitt Benckiser
4.5
Your rating: None Average: 4.5 (2 votes)
Tags:
Psychosocial Aspects of Treatment in Patients Receiving Buprenorphine/Naloxone
Description: 
Discussing the psychosocial aspects of treatment in patients receiving Buprenorphine/Naloxone
Source: 
Physician Clinical Support System (PCSS)
4.333335
Your rating: None Average: 4.3 (3 votes)
Tags:
PCSS-B Guidance: Clinically Relevant Drug Interactions of Buprenorphine or Methadone with Other Frequently Prescribed Drugs
Description: 
Guideline document discussing interactions between buprenorphine and HIV medication.
Source: 
Physician Clinical Support System (PCSS)
4.666665
Your rating: None Average: 4.7 (3 votes)
Tags: