Zubsolv

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

ZUBSOLV® (buprenorphine and naloxone) sublingual tablet (CIII) is a prescription medicine used to treat adults who are addicted to opioid drugs (either prescription or illegal) as part of a complete treatment program that also includes counseling and behavioral therapy.

ZUBSOLV Questions

The short answer is no. If the medication is being prescribed at the appropriate time and in the correct dose, Zubsolv will not make you sick. Patients should already be in mild to moderate withdrawal before they are given their first dose of buprenorphine. They should also not be given buprenorphine if they are high on opioids.

Yes. The buprenorphine in Zubsolv has a much stronger pull to the opioid receptors in your brain, and therefore, blocks the kratom from having any type of effect.

The only reaction that could cause itchiness to Zubsolv would be an allergic reaction.

The National Alliance of Advocates for Buprenorphine Treatment (NAABT) doesn’t support the use of Suboxone for pain.

There is no evidence to suggest that Subutex, Suboxone, or Zubsolv are more effective in treating opioid addiction than the others. However, each of these drugs has been shown to be more helpful under certain circumstances. Your doctor can determine which medication will be best for you.

In regards to potential overdose risk, buprenorphine products such as Zubsolv have been found to be six times safer than methadone, according to researchers, according to a six year study performed in the UK.

Some insurance companies (specifically United Healthcare) cover Zubsolv, although it may be covered in their out-of-network benefits. Check with your commercial insurance/prescription coverage provider to confirm your exact benefit.

Most major pharmacies can and should stock Zubsolv. However, it is common for patients to run into some push back from pharmacists who are cautious about the controlled substance. Whether it’s legal or not, refusing a legitimate prescription is blocking your access to treatment. If you or someone you know are refused Zubsolv, contact your prescribing physician or your treatment program case manager immediately to make sure your recovery plan isn’t compromised in any way.

Only physicians with a specific state license allowing XDEA medications can write you a prescription for buprenorphine products (Suboxone, Subutex, or Zubsolv).

Zubsolv is prescribed to individuals who are currently addicted to opiates/opioids, such as Percocet, Oxycontin, heroin, or morphine.

Yes, one of the side effects of Zubsolv is drowsiness. However, as your body adjusts to the buprenorphine, this side effect seems to lessen. It is important to not take any other sedative medications while you are adjusting.

This depends on the specific drug test you are taking. Many labs are starting to test for the presence of buprenorphine, and its metabolite, norbuprenorphine. This ensures that the patient is taking their medication and that their body is metabolizing it through the liver.

Zubsolv is in tablet form, and there are several different doses available. Your physician can help you find the correct dose for your needs, and it is important to not

In some cases, yes. Some patients do report trouble sleeping, or insomnia, while taking buprenorphine.

Yes, one of Zubsolv’s side effects is sweating. This usually goes away after the body adjusts to the steady presence of buprenorphine.

Zubsolv is absorbed through the mucous membranes in the mouth, and is metabolized by the liver.

Zubsolv is a schedule III narcotic.

Zubsolv treatment is a form of medication assisted treatment that helps those struggling with opioid addiction. It involves meeting with a doctor and psychotherapy sessions, as well as staying compliant with UA’s, breathalyzers, and coming to all appointments.

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