BUPRENORPHINE AND NALOXONE (Buprenorphine and Naloxone Sublingual Film) Nursing Considerations

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What is the generic name?

BUPRENORPHINE AND NALOXONE

What is the Trade Name for BUPRENORPHINE AND NALOXONE?

Buprenorphine and Naloxone Sublingual Film

What are the Indications for BUPRENORPHINE AND NALOXONE?

  • 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Buprenorphine and naloxone sublingual film is indicated for treatment of opioid dependence. Buprenorphine and naloxone sublingual film should be used as part of a complete treatment plan that includes counseling and psychosocial support. Buprenorphine and naloxone sublingual film contains buprenorphine, a partial-opioid agonist, and naloxone, an opioid antagonist, and is indicated for treatment of opioid dependence. ( 1 ) Buprenorphine and naloxone sublingual film should be used as a part of a complete treatment plan that includes counseling and psychosocial support. ( 1 )

 

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