Belbuca

What is Belbuca?

Belbuca buccal films are made up of buprenorphine, a prescription opioid. Opioid is often referred to as a drug called a narcotic. Belbuca buccal films should only be used for moderate to severe chronic pain that cannot be addressed with other medications. They should not be used for temporary pain relief. If placed between gums and cheek, the film sticks to the moist buccal mucosa and slowly releases the medication as the film disintegrates as it ages.

Warnings

Belbuca could help in slowing or stopping breathing. It could also develop into a habit, and the using it in excess Opioids drugs like Belbuca may result in dependence, overdosage, and even death among vulnerable populations like children who are using Belbuca without a prescription. Utilizing Belbuca during pregnancy could trigger withdrawal symptoms that could be life-threatening for the infant.

In the event of a fatal reaction, side effects may occur when you take Belbuca along with alcohol or other substances that create drowsiness, or slow your breathing.

Before you take this drug

Belbuca is not recommended when you have an allergy to buprenorphine, or have suffered withdrawal effects, since this medication includes it:

• Trouble breathing, severe asthma or a blockage of the stomach or your intestines.

In order to ensure that Belbuca is safe, tell your physician if you've any symptoms that suggest an allergies:

• Tooth issues, which includes the possibility of having a history of dental cavities.
• Sleep apnea, breathing issues.
• Liver diseases or kidney problems like Hepatitis B and C infection could pose grave risks.
• Prostate problems, prostate enlargement.
• Issues with your gallbladder pancreas or thyroid.
• A head injury, brain tumor or seizures.
• Methadone addiction, drug dependence as well as alcoholism and mental health.
• Mouth sores that are caused by cancer.
• Unbalanced electrolytes (for example, low levels of magnesium or potassium within your bloodstream) could be a cause for signs like headaches that are chronic.
• Long QT Syndrome, and/or taking medication for heart rhythm could increase the risk.

If Belbuca is used during the pregnancy, your baby may become dependent on it and develop withdrawal symptoms after birth. This could require medical attention for a few weeks after birth to counter withdrawal symptoms and aid in the development of life skills needed to live a normal life once the dependence has developed. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.Buprenorphine can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Belbuca is not to be used in the course of breastfeeding and is permitted for use by those who are 18 or older.

How to take Belbuca?

Utilize Belbuca precisely as prescribed by your physician. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Buprenorphine is a drug that can reduce or stop breathing. Do not use Belbuca in greater quantities or for longer than prescribed and only if your doctor recommends it. Inform your physician when Belbuca appears to cease functioning as effectively in relieving your pain. Don't use Belbuca in greater quantities or for longer than the time prescribed and only if your physician recommends it. Do not take Belbuca with a person else particularly someone who has a history or background of substance addiction or addiction.Misuse of Narcotic medication can lead to addiction, overdosage and death Particularly among children and those who take Belbuca without being prescribed by their health care provider. Giving or selling Belbuca away for free.

Check all information about your patient such as medication guides, instructions and sheets that you receive from your doctor and consult with their medical professional should any questions arise. In addition, apply the Belbuca film on your cheek's inside for 5 seconds and then remove from its place before holding it the film for five seconds more. Once the film is applied, it will dissolve in about 30 minutes. You can use water rinses that aid in the process of dissolving and following that, you should brush your teeth for protection against damage. Avoid chewing or swallowing entire parts made of Belbuca film until Belbuca is completely dispersed within your mouth prior to drinking or eating; Also, you should have regular dental examinations when using Belbuca as well as frequent blood tests to check the liver's health. When you undergo surgery, be sure to inform your surgeon ahead of time regarding your usage of Belbuca. Do not abruptly stop using buprenorphine. Seek medical advice on the most safe methods to stop the use. Keep it in a cool, dry place and away from heat and moisture. Store Belbuca in a safe place so that children cannot access it. Buprenorphine is a substance of abuse. You should be aware of anyone using the medication in a way that is not legal or without having a prescription. Keep any remaining opioids. A single dose could result in death in anyone who takes Belbuca mistakenly or in a way that is not properly. Find out from your pharmacist how to find a drug take back disposal program. If there isn't a take-back program available, you can remove any films that are not being used from the foil package and flush the film in the toilet. The foil pack that is empty in the garbage.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Because Belbuca is a painkiller it is unlikely to skip the dose. Avoid any missed doses in the event that it is near the time to take your next dose. Don't take any extra medication to make up for the missed one.

What happens if I overdose?

For medical emergencies, seek emergency treatment or contact emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. A fatal dose of buprenorphine could be fatal, particularly for a child or another user of Belbuca without prescription. The symptoms of an overdose can include extreme weak or drowsy as well as clammy or cold skin, extreme muscle weakness and sharp pupils and a weak pulse. extremely low breathing rate, and even a condition known as a coma.

What should be avoided?

Don't drink alcohol. Risky side effects or even death could result. Do not apply the buccal film on an area in which you have the mouth ulcer. Buprenorphine could affect your brain or reaction. Avoid operating machinery or driving until you are aware of the extent to which Belbuca affects your thinking and reactions. Drowsiness or extreme dizziness can cause accidents, falls or even serious injuries.

Negative side negative effects of Belbuca

Take immediate medical care If you are experiencing symptoms for an allergic reaction Belbuca such as hives; trouble breathing or swelling of your lips, face or tongue. Similar to other narcotic medications, buprenorphine may slow your breathing. The risk of death is when breathing becomes difficult. The person who is caring for you should administer Naloxone or seek medical care if you are experiencing prolonged breathing, pauses in your breath, blue-colored lips or when you find it difficult to get up.

Contact your physician immediately If you experience:

• Sighing, loud breathing, deep breathing and breathing that ceases during sleep.
• The heartbeat is slow or the pulse is weak.
• Feeling lightheaded, as if you're about to pass out.
• Heartache, chest pain, rapid heart rate, difficulty breathing.
• Constipation is severe.
• Opioid withdrawal symptoms are Goosebumps, shivering, an increase in sweating, sensations of cool or hot, a runny eyes, watery nose, muscular pain, diarrhea
• Low levels of cortisol (nausea vomiting, nausea and loss of appetite) dizziness, a worsening tiredness as well as weakness).
• Liver problems include nausea, abdominal pains, itching lack of appetite the dark color of urine, the stools are made of clay and jaundice (yellowing of the eyes or skin).

Take immediate medical attention If you experience indications associated with serotonin syndrome, including hallucinations, agitation sweating, shivering an increased heart rate, stiffness of muscles and twitching, loss of coordination nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. Severe side effects are more frequent in older individuals and people who are obese or malnourished. Opioid medication used for a long time can impact fertility (the capacity to bear children) for women or men. It isn't known if the effects of opioids on fertility can be permanent.

Common Belbuca side effects can include:

• Constipation, nausea, vomiting.
• Headache, dizziness, or drowsiness.
• More sweating.
• Sleep problems (insomnia).
• Anywhere in your body that you feel pain.

This isn't a complete list of all side effects and there are other possible side effects. Consult your physician to seek medical advice on the effects. You can report any side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Interaction with other drugs

There is a possibility of breathing issues or withdrawal symptoms if discontinue or change the dosage of various other medicines. Inform your doctor if are also taking an antifungal, antibiotic blood pressure or heart medications, seizures medication or medication for treating HIV or Hepatitis C.

Opioid medications may interact with other drugs, causing serious side effects or even death. Make sure to inform your doctor whether you are also taking:

• Medicines for allergies or colds or bronchodilator asthma/COPD medications or diuretic ("water pill").
• Medicines to treat motion sickness, Irritable bowel syndrome, or the overactive bladder.
• Other opioid medications -opioid pain medication and prescription medicine for cough.
• A sedative similar to Valium (diazepam alprazolam Lorazepam, Xanax, Klonopin, Versed and more).
• These drugs can make you sleepy or slow your breathing - a sleeping pill and muscle relaxer. Also, medicines to treat mental illnesses.
• Serotonin levels are affected by drugs within your body. They can be stimulants or a medication for Parkinson's disease, depression migraine headaches, severe illnesses, nausea or vomiting.

This list isn't comprehensive. Other medications may interact with buprenorphine. This includes prescription and over-the counter medicines such as vitamins, herbal products. There are not all interactions mentioned in this drug guide.