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Buprenorphine – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: Buvidal

Strength: 8 mg/0.16ml | Form: Prolonged-Release Solution for Injection

Price in UAE: AED 405.00

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Buprenorphine

Class: | Opioid partial agonist Use: | Treatment of opioid dependence and management of pain Adult dose: | 8 mg (0.16 ml) administered as a subcutaneous injection once monthly; may be adjusted based on clinical response Pediatric dose: | Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients; not recommended for use in individuals under 18 years Side effects: | Nausea, headache, constipation, sedation, dizziness, sweating, and potential for opioid withdrawal symptoms Contraindicatio

Drug Class

Opioid partial agonist

Uses & Indications

Treatment of opioid dependence and management of pain

Storage Requirements

Store at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F); do not freeze; protect from light

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: CAMURUS AB, Sweden

Package Size

1 Pre-filled Syringe (0.16 ml)

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 405.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

8 mg (0.16 ml) administered as a subcutaneous injection once monthly; may be adjusted based on clinical response

Pediatric Dose

Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients; not recommended for use in individuals under 18 years

Side Effects

Nausea, headache, constipation, sedation, dizziness, sweating, and potential for opioid withdrawal symptoms

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to buprenorphine or any component of the formulation; severe respiratory insufficiency; acute or severe asthma; concurrent use of monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)

Important Warnings

Risk of addiction, abuse, and misuse; respiratory depression; risk of overdose; may precipitate withdrawal in opioid-dependent individuals; caution in patients with hepatic impairment or those taking other CNS depressants

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Buprenorphine available in UAE pharmacies:

BUTRANS 10 mg Transdermal Patches BUTRANS 10 mg (10mcg/hr) Transdermal Patches BUTRANS 20 mg Transdermal Patches BUTRANS 20 mg (20mcg/hr) Transdermal Patches BUTRANS 5 mg Transdermal Patches BUTRANS 5 mg (5mcg/hr) Transdermal Patches Buvidal 128 mg/0.36ml Prolonged-Release Solution for Injection Buvidal 16 mg/0.32ml Prolonged-Release Solution for Injection Buvidal 24 mg/0.48ml Prolonged-Release Solution for Injection Buvidal 32 mg/0.64ml Prolonged-Release Solution for Injection

Related Medicines in Same Category

See also: Other Opioid partial agonist medicines available in UAE pharmacies

Buprenorphine Hydrochloride Buprenorphine Hydrochloride

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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