Subutex, a brand name for the drug buprenorphine, is a medication primarily used in the treatment of opioid addiction. Buprenorphine is a partial opioid agonist, which means it produces similar effects to opioids like heroin and morphine but to a much lesser degree. This quality makes it useful in reducing withdrawal symptoms and cravings in individuals who are trying to quit using opioids.
Subutex was approved by the FDA in 2002 and has since become a cornerstone in opioid addiction treatment, often used in conjunction with counseling and behavioral therapies. The medication is typically administered sublingually (under the tongue) and is available in various dosages.
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