Suboxone side effects are similar to those of other opioids .
Generic Name: buprenorphine / naloxone
Suboxone may cause unwanted side effects that requires immediate medical attention. If any of the following side effects occur check with your doctor or pharmacist immediately:
Side effects of Buprenorphine may include:
- Muscle cramps and aches
- Flushing or redness of the skin, especially on the face and neck
- Cough or hoarseness
- Mild fever
- Lower back or side pain
- Distress and Irritability
- Slow Breathing
- Yellowing of the eyes or skin
Some signs of Suboxone Overdose may Include:
- Cold Clammy skin
- Extreme Weakness
- Pinpoint pupils
- Respiratory depression
- Pin point pupils
- Shortness of Breath
Some Suboxone side effects, may not need any medical attention. As your body gets used to the medication some side effects may subside. But if side effects continue, or if you are concerned about them, please call your prescribing doctor. Like any other narcotic medicines, buprenorphine can slow your breathing. Death may occur if breathing becomes too weak.
The wrong combination of doctor-prescribed drugs can prove lethal. The accidental deaths of celebrities and common individuals alike serve as a caution to the hidden dangers of combining prescription medication, even at a low dosage.
If you suspect a Buprenorphine overdose, immediately contact your local emergency room or poison control center. U.S. residents can call the National Poison Hotline at 1-800-222-1222.