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| What are opioid antagonists used for? |
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| rescue agents for respiratory depression; they block the opioid from binding to the opioid receptor |
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| What is buprenorphine used for? |
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| Hihger doses used to treat addiction, lower doses used to treat pain |
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| What is Buprenorphine + Naloxone used for? |
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| Brand name for buprenorphine + naloxone? |
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| Suboxone used an alternative to? |
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methadone, so patients can get from a regular doctor and filled at any pharmacy and can get over opioids since withdrawal Sx are reduced.
Used Q daily for addiction |
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| Does buprenorphine come in a patch formulation? |
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