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by Dr. Reymundo Kemmer Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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How can I get a Suboxone discount?

You must present the savings card to your pharmacist, along with your insurance card (if applicable) and a valid prescription for SUBOXONE Film to receive your savings off of each SUBOXONE Film prescription.

How much does a script of Suboxone cost?

Suboxone medication costs can range from $59 for 14 films of the 2 mg (milligrams)/0.5 mg formulation to $220 for the 12 mg/3 mg formulation of the sublingual film strips, depending on the pharmacy where the drug is purchased.

Is patient assistance program legitimate?

Patient assistance programs (PAPs) are usually sponsored by pharmaceutical manufacturers and are promoted as a safety net for Americans who have no health insurance or are underinsured.

Is there a generic Suboxone?

The FDA has approved the first generic version of Suboxone (buprenorphine and naloxone) sublingual film as medication-assisted treatment for those with opioid use disorder. The FDA has approved the first generic version of Suboxone (buprenorphine and naloxone) sublingual film for the treatment of opioid dependence.

Are Suboxone strips cheaper than the pills?

Buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) tablets are less expensive than Suboxone films, which is most notable for patients paying out-of-pocket for their medication (that is, folks with no health insurance to cover prescription costs).

Is generic Suboxone as good as regular Suboxone?

They are the same medication, and the generic medication works just as well as the brand medication. In 2018, the FDA approved the first generic form of Suboxone with the hope that it would make buprenorphine therapy for opioid addiction cheaper and more likely to be covered by insurance companies.

What is USA medical prescription assistance program?

The Emergency Prescription Assistance Program, or EPAP, helps people in a federally-identified disaster area who do not have health insurance get the prescription drugs, vaccinations, medical supplies, and equipment that they need.

How do patient support programs work?

A patient assistance or support programs (PAPs or PSPs) exist to get you timely access to medication and to help you stay on track of your therapy. Being diagnosed with a complex disease or condition may come with unexpected financial burden and a need to better understand treatment options and next steps.

What is the Pfizer patient Assistance Program?

Pfizer Patient Assistance Program Provides free Pfizer medicines to eligible patients through their doctor's office or at home. To qualify, patients must: Have a valid prescription for the Pfizer medicine for which they are seeking assistance.

Is there a substitute for Suboxone?

Another alternative is methadone. However, this is similar to Suboxone in that it is a maintenance medication that maintains the person's dependence on opiate substances, and it may not be a preferable option for the same reasons. Other alternatives to Suboxone include: Behavioral treatment.

Is Suboxone being discontinued?

Reckitt Benckiser notified the FDA that the company is voluntarily discontinuing the supply of Suboxone (buprenorphine and naloxone sublingual tablets).

Does Subutex work the same as Suboxone?

The main difference is that Suboxone contains both buprenorphine and naloxone, whereas Subutex contains only buprenorphine. While methadone is a Schedule II substance, buprenorphine is a Schedule III substance, denoting it as a drug with a lower potential for abuse.

How much is a Suboxone 8mg?

Generic Suboxone retails for up to $160 for fourteen 8 mg doses at pharmacies. Generic Subutex can cost up to $128 for 14 doses. On the street, a single Suboxone strip sells for about $15, and cheaper in bulk.

How much does an 8 mg Suboxone cost?

Your monthly Suboxone cost savings if eligibleStrengthAvg. monthly price at a US pharmacyNiceRx monthly price2mg/0.5mg 30 films$147.09$49.004mg/1mg 30 films$258.66$49.008mg/2mg 30 films$258.66$49.0012mg/3mg 30 films$510.34$49.00

Are Suboxone tablets cheaper than the films?

Suboxone tablets are generally cheaper than Suboxone films. The lowest GoodRx price for 14 tablets of generic Suboxone is about $25 compared to about $40 for 14 films.

How many strips come in a box of Suboxone?

Each film is enclosed in a sachet, with 28 films per carton.

What is the drug in SUBOXONE?

SUBOXONE Sublingual Film contains an opioid medicine called buprenorphine that can cause serious and life-threatening breathing problems, especially if you take or use certain other medicines or drugs.

What to do if a child accidentally takes Sublingual Film?

If a child accidentally takes SUBOXONE Sublingual Film, get emergency help or call 911 right away. Tell your healthcare provider if you are living in a household where there are small children.

Can Sublingual Film be abused?

Physical dependence or abuse. SUBOXONE Sublingual Film can be abused in a manner similar to other opioids, legal or illicit.

Is Suboxone a controlled substance?

SUBOXONE film is a controlled substance (CIII) because it contains buprenorphine, which can be a target for people who abuse prescription medicines or street drugs. Keep your SUBOXONE sublingual film in a safe place to protect it from theft.

Can you take Suboxone with other drugs?

Do not take SUBOXONE Sublingual Film with certain medicines. Taking SUBOXONE Sublingual Film with other opioid medicines, benzodiazepines, alcohol, or other central nervous system depressants (including street drugs) can cause severe drowsiness, decreased awareness, breathing problems, coma, and death.

Can you stop taking Suboxone?

SUBOXONE sublingual film contains an opioid that can cause physical dependence with chronic use. Do not stop taking SUBOXONE sublingual film without talking to your healthcare provider. You could become sick with uncomfortable withdrawal signs and symptoms because your body has become used to this medicine.

Can you give someone your sublingual film?

Never give anyone else your SUBOXONE Sublingual Film. They could die from taking it. Selling or giving away SUBOXONE Sublingual Film is against the law.

What is buprenorphine used for?

Uses. This medication is used to treat narcotic (opioid) dependence. It works by preventing withdrawal symptoms, since the buprenorphine is actually a type of narcotic (opioid) itself. It should be used as part of a complete narcotic dependence treatment plan.

When to take buprenorphine?

Buprenorphine/naloxone is usually given daily during your medical treatment maintenance period, after a short period (induction) of using buprenorphine. This medicine comes with a patient information leaflet. Read it carefully. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you may have about this medicine.

How many Americans can't afford medication?

There are over 100 million Americans that either can‚t afford their medication or are struggling to afford their medication. We aim to help each and every American in that situation.

Can naloxone cause withdrawal symptoms?

Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details. Buprenorphine/naloxone probably will cause withdrawal symptoms if you use it soon after using narcotics such as heroin, morphine, or methadone. Follow your doctor's instructions for your treatment plan.

What is Suboxone used for?

Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) is a member of the narcotic analgesic combinations drug class and is commonly used for Opiate Dependence.

How much can you save on Suboxone?

Suboxone Savings Card: Eligible uninsured/cash-paying patients may save up to or more than $170 or more per month per prescription; for additional information contact the program at 877-678-7493.

How much does a free drug card save?

The free Drugs.com Discount Card works like a coupon and can save you up to 80% or more off the cost of prescription medicines, over-the-counter drugs and pet prescriptions.

Is Suboxone a generic?

Prices are for cash paying customers only and are not valid with insurance plans. A generic version of Suboxone is available, see buprenorphine/naloxone prices. This Suboxone price guide is based on using the Drugs.com discount card which is accepted at most U.S. pharmacies.

Does Suboxone have a coupon?

Suboxone Coupons and Rebates. Suboxone offers may be in the form of a printable coupon, rebate, savings card, trial offer, or free samples. Some offers may be printed right from a website, others require registration, completing a questionnaire, or obtaining a sample from the doctor's office.

Suboxone Prices

The cost for Suboxone sublingual film (2 mg-0.5 mg) is around $166 for a supply of 30 film, depending on the pharmacy you visit. Prices are for cash paying customers only and are not valid with insurance plans.

Drugs.com Printable Discount Card

The free Drugs.com Discount Card works like a coupon and can save you up to 80% or more off the cost of prescription medicines, over-the-counter drugs and pet prescriptions.

Suboxone Coupons and Rebates

Suboxone offers may be in the form of a printable coupon, rebate, savings card, trial offer, or free samples. Some offers may be printed right from a website, others require registration, completing a questionnaire, or obtaining a sample from the doctor's office.

Patient Assistance Programs for Suboxone

Patient assistance programs (PAPs) are usually sponsored by pharmaceutical companies and provide free or discounted medicines to low income or uninsured and under-insured people who meet specific guidelines. Eligibility requirements vary for each program.

How to use a Suboxone savings card?

You must present the savings card to your pharmacist, along with your insurance card (if applicable) and a valid prescription for SUBOXONE Film to receive your savings off of each SUBOXONE Film prescription. When you use this card, you are certifying that you understand the program rules, regulations, and terms and conditions. You may take advantage of only one savings program from Indivior Inc. at any one time. By using this card, you certify that you will not seek reimbursement for the value received from this card from any third-party payers, including a flexible spending account or healthcare savings account. Use of this offer must be consistent with the Full Prescribing Information. Patients enrolled in any SUBOXONE product patient assistance program are not eligible to receive this offer. Void where prohibited by law, taxed or otherwise restricted. The selling, purchasing, trading, or counterfeiting of savings cards is prohibited by law. Offer valid only at participating pharmacies in the US. Patients who live in states and/or cities or municipalities where prohibited are not eligible for this program.

What to do if you lose your Opus Health offer?

If you lose your offer before the first time you use it, simply print or download a new copy at insupport.com and bring it to the pharmacy. Patients are encouraged to call OPUS Health at 1-877-678-7493 with any questions.

Is Suboxone a copay assistance program?

*The INSUPPORT® Copay Assistance Program is valid ONLY for patients with private insurance who are prescribed SUBOXONE for on-label use. Patients with government insurance are not eligible for the Copay Assistance Program, including, but not limited to, Medicare, Medicaid, Medigap, VA, DOD, TriCare, CHAMPVA, or any other federally or state‑funded government-assisted program. Other restrictions apply. See below for full Terms and Conditions.

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Important Note

  • Reckitt Benckiser began in 1814 by Jeremiah Colman in Norwich, UK as a flour and mustard milling plant. About thirty years later, the company was passed on to his sons, who begin manufacturing such household products as starch, as well as washing blue and black lead for p…
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Uses

How to Use

Side Effects

  • The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug. BUPRENORPHINE/NALOXONE - SUBLINGUAL (b…
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Precautions

  • This medication is used to treat narcotic (opioid) dependence. It works by preventing withdrawal symptoms, since the buprenorphine is actually a type of narcotic (opioid) itself. It should be used as part of a complete narcotic dependence treatment plan.
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Drug Interactions

  • Place this medication under your tongue and let it dissolve completely. Buprenorphine/naloxone is usually given daily during your medical treatment maintenance period, after a short period (induction) of using buprenorphine. This medicine comes with a patient information leaflet. Read it carefully. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any question...
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Overdose

  • Drowsiness, dizziness, weakness, constipation, headache, nausea, or vomiting may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist immediately. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: slow, shallow breathing, mental/mood changes (e.g., depression), stomach/abdominal pain. Tell your doctor immediatel…
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Notes

  • Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: lung disease, liver disease, serious head injury or brain diseases (lesions), low thyroid problems (hypothyroidism), adrenal problems (Addison's disease), psychiatric problems (toxic psychosis), difficulty urinating (enlarged prostate or urethral narrowing), acute alcoholism (with or without d…
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Missed Dose

  • Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription products you may use, especially of: MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine procarbazine, selegiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine), drugs which decrease liver metabolism (inhibitors of cytochrome 3A4 enzymes such as itraconazole, ketoconazole, erythro…
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Storage

  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include: excessive drowsiness, severe dizziness, very slow, shallow breathing.
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