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Suboxen

Suboxen is a common misspelling of Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone).

What is Suboxone (Suboxen)?

Suboxone (Suboxen) is used to treat narcotic (opioid) dependence. Suboxone (Suboxen) should be used as part of a complete narcotic dependence treatment plan. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Suboxone (Suboxen) is an opioid (narcotic) partial agonist-antagonist. Suboxone (Suboxen) works by binding to receptors in the brain and nervous system to help prevent withdrawal symptoms in someone who has stopped taking narcotics (eg, heroin, oxycodone).

Suboxone (Suboxen) side effects may include drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, constipation, headache, nausea, or vomiting. Less common but more serious side effects includes low, shallow breathing, mental/mood changes (e.g., depression), stomach/abdominal pain, dark urine, yellowing eyes and skin and vision changes.

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