Suboxone frequently asked questions

Suboxone, a combination medication containing buprenorphine and naloxone, is one of the main medications used to treat opioid addiction.  The use of Suboxone has been shown to lower the risk of fatal overdoses by approximately 50%. 

Buprenorphine/naloxone is a medication that works in the brain to treat opioid use disorder. Opioids include heroin and prescription pain relievers such as hydrocodone, oxycodone, morphine, and fentanyl.