Buprenorphine Side Effects - What You Need to Know! | Dr. B 

Listen people all of us addicts knows what it's like to go into withdrawal. I was on subs for 5 years and got down to 2 mlg and after a week quit. Yeah I'm going thru withdrawal now but it gets better. You have to just stay strong and fight thru it. If I can do it so can you. I have been an addict for over 25 years and I'm 40 now. Stay strong my friends and wish you all the best.

Been on 16mil bruponorphen for about 6 years. I decided to stop and stop I did with no suport what so ever. I'm on day 21 and still am suffering. Its brutal the pain restlessness deepresion. No sleep stomach cramps leg cramps suicidal lost tired starving alone. I'll never forget this feeling of death !!!!!!!

I love this channel! Thanks, you're doing a great, divine job, informing and being open about this stuff. Itt's very important for a lot of people now.

Very helpful from Dr.B thanks very much

I was on Heroin for 20 years. I'm now 310 days clean and sober and doing good in life. I went from 60mg of methadone to 20mg and then my doctor switched the treatment to 8 mg Buprenorphine that i tapered down to 0,2mg. I've been trying for the last 5 months to get off that 0,2 mg and be free of any substances. I just can't do it, withdrawals are still very bad. I'm fine during the day but once i lay in bed it becomes Hell for me. Insomnia, restless legs, cramps, etc... I wish i knew it was that hard to come off buprenorphine. If if tapered down the methadone from 20mg to 0, the treatment would have been over months aggo. Apologies for my English.

THANK YOU SO MUCH DR ❤

Thanks! You are one of the few people that truly understands this medication. I was impressed with another video you made comparing the different formulations. I’ve only ever heard one other Dr. explain the way that the Naloxone does not have an effect when taken sublingually. I have listened to many people claim they can’t take Suboxone due to reactions to the Naloxone and I shake my head. What about less common side effects like numbness? We are trying to eliminate my Zubsolv as the cause of numb hands currently. Thanks

Thank you for having a doctor speak about it and talk more in detail than us on Reddit and figure it out. And tell what’s going on. The stigma is so scared to even bring up and literally saying suboxone is like saying narco aka drug addict. Which it’s not and trying to get back to normal life. Thank you for bringing this to light.

This gave me a second chance at life, it's better to have constipation then having abscesses, collapsed veins, hours sweating finding the vein. Testosterone can be managed with moderate physical activity or even with a supplement for that matter. Gradually tapering the dozes, staying hydrated, vegan diet helped me with constipation.

Dear all, the overall channel is getting lots of comments and questions. We do our best as we want to remain close and connected. I apologize for our shortcomings in getting to everybody.

RE: Constipation; I began taking 400 mg. of one of the forms of magnesium supplements at bedtime. Some forms of magnesium have more effects on the bowel than others so you have to find what works best for you. I was constipated for 10 years before I found this! Magnesium also is good for the body & can have a calming effect upon the body. Some forms of magnesium citrate are sold as a brand called "Calm."

You should do a video on methylnaltrexone. Its a stimulant laxative that specifically targets the opiate receptors in your intestine, and stomach. Its specifically used for opiate induced constipation.

How is the transdermal patch different in terms of side effects compared to orally ingested buprenorphine products?

I been on subz 4 yrs now .I m currently on 20 mg a day and I tired of depending on this drug 🤦‍♀️ . No one at the clinic has tried to wean me off & I can't do it alone .I pray we all can get back to our NORMAL SELVES, not depending on Anything every single day. ❤

Never Swallow The Medication after it dissolves under your tongue!!! It causes worse problems with constipation. Thank you Dr. B.!!! You’re always on point!!!💯 I wish other Doctors would watch your videos and learn from you. America needs more Dr. B.’s!!!💯♥️

India , Meghalaya need someone like you sir I wish you were from my society 🙏

Thanks Sir 🎉

How much vegetable oil for constipation?

Thank you Dr. B!

Thank you Dr B ... I’m on Zibsolve 2.9 with NO side effects 🙃

Can you possibly make a video on how hospitals handle patients that need surgery while on Suboxone? If I get into a car accident or something, do I need to fear not being able to receive pain medication in extreme circumstances? Also, I’m concerned about post-operative pain management. I’ve been putting off having surgery for fear of not being able to take pain killers during recovery. I have chronic back and neck pain and would benefit greatly from this surgery. This is something I will discuss with my surgeon when the time comes, but can you offer some insight and maybe some peace of mind for Suboxone patients?

Thank U 🙏

Doc, where’s your office? Do you do telehealth consults? I’ve been on this for 12 years. I don’t feel my MD is in tune to a lot of things about me! I hear from her every 4 months in a 2 minute telehealth call (ever since Covid) I’d really like to discuss some issues with you! 🙏🏼

Thank you. You are a good man.

Hey doc, look into chia seeds for constipation; they work great!

Dr. B, thanks for making yourself available on youtube. Can you suggest me the name of medicines for constipation that's available here in India

Constipation is something I have always struggled with in my years on opioids, including buprenorphine and now methadone. I tried many medications like sucralose, and herbal remedies like senna. The best thing that works for me is eating high bran fibre products, like All Bran cereal daily.

You are a life saver ♥️

So knowledgeable! I just came across your videos because I’ve been struggling with cravings. I can tell how passionate and knowledgeable you are on all of this

My doctor has had me on the same dosage for 14 years not once. Did he ever try to taper me now I’ve decided just to taper myself. I’m OK but still sick as a dog. I don’t even know if I’ll go back next month.

When I take 8 mg or more per day, and this is particularly true during the winter, is a lack of blood flow to the extremities, and in my case, my right hand! This goes away as soon as my dose is lowered to 6mg/day or lower.

hi! do you know anything about the side effect of myoclonus in the shoulders, neck, stomach & knees? pretty terrifying especially when i’m trying to sleep but my friend just told me he’s had this side effect as well!! can you confirm that this is a side effect? you seem to have a great conceptual grasp of the pharmacology.

any experience with epidural or intrathecal Buprenorphine?

any reason why when I take suboxone I may not have a bowel movement for 5 to 7 days but when taking zubsolv I'm regular (once daily)? Just curious doc i've been on and off bupe for about 7 going on 8 years... I'm very scared though because I have lost my insurance this coming year (2020)... So I won't be able to ask my doctor thank you for all the info!

Thanks for the help

does subitex cause narcecelepsey are dreaming

The body is constantly striving for homeostasis. It’s a miracle in action. It is designed to be self healing

What about changes with eyes sight . It’s fuled my recent decision to taper

I've been taken buprenorphine right from 2006/7 till date hence there is abstinence for few months or year but i relapse again..then it becomes as a daily routine.. there are times when I use heroin sometime I use buprenorphine..i never let my body to build it's tolerance on one component...i keep switching..you know..but i feel better.. healthier..day by day..

According to the Kickin' addiction channel, someone named Johzez knows a lot about this too, but he is from Sweden. I have found Clomiphine to be very useful for this as well. And sugar alcohols as well.

Hard to listen to due to background music (?) Aside from that great info, thank you Dr B!

what about eating both adderal and suboxone at the same time??

Hypertension is also listed as a side effect when withdrawing. I believe that needs to be addressed and people should be aware before taking Suboxone

HOW LONG IS Suboxone Taper withdraw symptoms? And What Symptoms and how severe? I am trying to get off completely and was on Methadone for 7 Years, before going on Suboxone... Please help... Thank You.

What about Kratom will that help . And is it safe

I take two 5.7 Zubs a day. I'm almost 50. I'm not crazy about being tied to a drug, but I can't sum up the courage to buck up and go completely without Bupe. I've been through 2 methadone clinics and tried going off Bupe at least 5x. Today, I have a ton of anxiety(on SSD for OCD/PTSD etc---whole other story lol) and sleep sucks, but at least I'm spending more time with my kids and am committed to staying clean. I smoke pot and yes I'm still clean btw! I digress...Maybe I really do need Bupe. Fuck it, I have to do what I gotta do and if that means melting a few tabs under the tongue, that's a helluva lot better than spending a whole paycheck on a nod. Like I said, I'm committed now---I never took Bupe properly because I always thought I would be able to use again and, of course, wanted to use again. Today, I Don't. And don't let anyone tell you that you can't do it for others because I live for my three kids and mom. Peace!

I just went up to 10mg and im having some significant cognitive issues. I have memeory loss, or overall confusion, decent forgetfullness. Will this get better?

Thx Dr.

Im on buprenorphine 4mg ,i left it dont like the doc i left it its been 5days still going

Yooo Dr Banimahd!! How are you sir? My name is Rich Taylor and I used to be your patient. Wow I did not know your channel was so big! Just Subbed up hope you are well

Could you do a video about detoxing off of Belbuca? I'm seeing Belbuca may not contain Naloxone chemical as does the Saboxton. Am I correct? Would that make the detox time and severity different?

Listen these things saved my life and I MEAN that Whole heartedly. When I took a perc from the first one I was hooked because of the feeling it gave me and it was wonderful. I knew my habit was getting bad when I was going to find the perc and that wasn’t good. Someone told me about the suboxne and I have not Took a single perc since i have took these and NO i don’t abuse it. ON TOP of that I don’t even drink anymore. Suboxne really did SAVE MY LIFE. just be careful because people abuse this. Good luck 🍀 👍🏾

Im now about to come off my espranor after working with turning point reducing down to 2ml from 18ml a day. I am just wondering on a rough scale what kind of side effects and generally on a scale of 1 being not to bad to 10 being close to opium withdrels how intense these are going to be?? My turning point worker knows I am stopping my medication and has advised me to keep some spare for days i feel i might not be so great. I'm just a bit worried about how intense they are going to be.... Thank you

I had so many side effects from subs. Constipation was sometimes an issue but it was the least of the problems I suffered from. It’s a great drug for so many people and saved so many lives. Saved me from going back to dope but I was on it way too long.

Not everyone that takes it used drugs, I had spinal surgery and use it for chronic pain.

Dr b I took a vary small pice of one and it made me vary sick as in I can't keep food or water down is that normal???

Hi Doc. I am a longtime (3 years) user of the Butrans 20 Patch and I want to come off it, due to "dead bowel" constipaton. However, after watching this video I am even more confused about to stop using this drug. Specifically, at minute 6:45 you say ..... one " should come off this medication quickly", but then at minute 8.35 you say "do not stop abruptly". Please clarify.

I am VERY CONFUSED- I started on Butrans Patches (10 mcg/hour) - One patch every 7 days. I was also prescribed 5 mg Percocet 2x a day for breakthrough pain. I have Chronic Pain that was not managed with Opoid Pills any longer. I have CKD and many, many Health issues due to a Botched Gastric By-pass (Roux-en Gastric Bypass) . Now almost 20 years later I have Malabsorption, Gastroparesis, Failure to Thrive, Muscle Loss, Osteo and RA. My bones are basically crumbling. At my lowest I weighed 62 lbs and was in the hospital for 3 months- The Dr's attempted to do a reversal but it failed. I am fighting having my Ulcerated little piece of stomach removed- I have severe nerve damage and so much Scar tissue in what was left of my small intestine. I have Renal Hypertension from my CKD and the unmanaged pain had me at almost Stroke Stage Daily (One small TIA already) No relieve from regular Pain Meds and I felt WORSE than ever- I became basically a Hermit and The feeling of being hung over every morning and no energy or desire to do ANYTHING. This is my 5th day on Butrans Patch so far so good- I am seeing bits of energy coming back and my MIND is slowing reappearing with a actual thought process! I am not Pain Free by any means Nor will I ever be. But Oh to feel just a little NORMAL here and there is a BEAUTIFUL thing. My question is WHY do I need to take the 2 5mg PERCS a day if The Butrans blocks them??? Or am I misunderstanding ??? I plan on asking my Dr when I go back in 3 weeks- But I thought maybe you could answer me before then- Also might I add I am very naive on this type of Medication- AFTER I had The Patch on I stated googling and about had a HEART ATTACK- I had thought only people addicted to hard core drugs were put on Suboxne- I had never heard of Butrans and had no idea it was both same. thing..... Humbling to say the least. Also The Dr had to do a assessment on me to make sure I WAS NOT AT RISK FOR ADDICTION BEFORE I COULD BE PUT ON THIS- Again I am so confused...... Thank you for your time Dr. B

Can this lead to hair shedding over the scalp and pubic area and face

Question: i started to take buprenorphine 3 years ago. I have no memory left, i can only do one thing a time and forget everything. I take it together with 0,5 mg Clonazepam and 10ug Catapresan. In the morning i take 10 mg Catapresan, testosteron gel and Esomeprazol. My wife says that i have become like 25-30% more stupid. Please help me

Dr b im a herion addict in recovery but my bones still pop alot from the drugs i did in tge past is there anything to help with that bone cracking

Would greatly lowering my suboxone dose help with constipation and stomach pains?

Late comment Dr. B but, do people suffer from constant bloating while on suboxone? Since on suboxone I have been bloated and to the point I feel like being taken off this drug. Then I face the risk of relapsing and I never want to go back to that place, if you or anyone can offer any advice I would be more than grateful....thank you :)

staying active especially doing bodyweight squats can keep your test levels up.. if your not doing anything it can lower i think.. and keeping the dose below 4mgs can prevent constipation

Extreme sleepiness, possible stopping breathing, personality change, lack of coordination, mood swings.

Just a little bit of Tabasco sauce in some of your meals. Not only does it add flavor but it will help with constipation. Works for me.

Lack of sex drive is probably the number one reason I'm tapering off Suboxone and trying to quit. It's effecting my relationship and is a huge problem I didn't know I would face. My life has gotten better but if u can't express the love you have for the ones you love what's the point. Any info to help here would be appreciated. I've never had an issue with this in my life until using Suboxone

Hydration is key. You also can use probiotics to help break down things better.

Hey Dr B. Can you make a video about sublocade injection! Thanks

What are the effects of this drug on the liver?

My Dr never explained this to me! Thank you! I want to come off but I'm nervous. They make me sleepy and brain dead

I know a friend whos om 10 mg a day but still takes t3s or t4s (codine 30 to 60 mg) for his mindgrains. Im on 12

I can’t take the bloating anymore. I’m 110 lbs and look 6 months pregnant. Went into subutex due to chronic pain from rheumatica myalgia. Pls help. I just celery everyday along with many other fruits. I also eat pineapple and cucumber daily.

I've had mild side effects on suboxone and subutex but now take espranor instead. I find it easier to take and also has a better effects. Is there any reason for this?

Following gastric bypass surgery I am having issues with metabolizing my pain meds too quickly (Hydrocodone). So much that I take a urinalysis and it comes back NEGATIVE for opioids. So my doctor has to do further testing to confirm that I'm indeed positive for opioids. Anyway, I'm honestly not getting the relief I use to and I truly think it's because my stomach is different now and I'm just not absorbing the way I use to. I wonder if Buprenorphine is a good choice for me??

Could you tell me how to use the MiraLAX and vegetable oil?

What I have found over the years is to put hot sauce on my foods. Just a touch. For flavor. There are hundreds of them out there. Enjoy.

Doctor I had too quite buprenorphine because of side effects but the worst was my physician did not know what to do or why I was getting those side effects that’s why I’m going into withdrawals

Since I started taking Suboxone in 2014 I’ve had both knees replaced, both hips replaced, torn both rotator cuffs on each arm, and now have retorn both shoulders, my arthritis has moved into my hands, wrists neck and back. I also have hypogonadism and take testosterone therapy, which has enlarged my prostrate and now need laser surgery. Yes, in in my late 50’s, I’ve been playing competitive tennis all my life but all this in the 6 years I’ve been taking Suboxone as pain management seems absurd to me. I fear what my body will be like 10 years from now. Has anyone done any research con Suboxone and arthritis/joint degeneration?

Dr. B, I have been on subutex for about 3 years straight and obviously want to get off of them. The main thing I'm having is constipation and I can go for a week straight without a bowel movement. I really need to know what to do sir? I can't eat big meals cause every time my stomach hurts bad and am very constipated. Its horrible!! So, what you are saying is that I should take Mirralax and vinegar oil? I just dont want to take that stuff due to going to the restroom at work all day. I'm just really concerned and don't know what to do.

Milk of magnesia about 12 hours before u plan to “go” along with a fiber supplement has really helped me, and make sure you’re drinking plenty water! Stay safe & clean, everyone.

Does what heart problems can happen after taking this medicine for a long time ?

It definitely is bad on bones and teeth!!! And can cause irreversible heart problems

Is itching a side effect or a true allergy?

Was on oxycodone for 12 years, the last year had worked up to 60-100 mg daily. Started suboxone 15 days ago, 8 mg 4x a day. I'm now down to 4 mg 2x a day. So far zero cravings or withdrawals. I use Linzess for the constipation. Seems to be getting better as the suboxone dose is decreasing. Been on trt for 14 years, but even with the weekly 120 mg injections, the suboxone does affect my libido. Hoping that improves as well as my dosage goes down. I'm not forcing myself to taper as quickly as I have, but if a smaller dose works, I'm not going to take more than I need. I see my dr. next week for the first time since I started the suboxone, I'm sure he will be surprised at how quickly I've tapered. I'm sure as I get lower, I will need to slow the taper. I've used kratom when I was on oxycodone and would run out of my 30 day script in 16-17 days, which was every month. I'm thinking I may use it if I struggle coming off the suboxone. I've read the horror stories of getting off suboxone, but I'm confident that if I transition from suboxone to kratom and taper the kratom, I'll be able to get totally clean.

Doc plz tell does bupren have some reaction to cough cyrp some time i use it nd my bp raise very badly

Hi Doc, I suffer from cluster headache and it took off as soon as I switched from H to pure Bupe. Still struggling after 2 months. Do you have any case histories regarding this?

Why doesnt the Butrans patch make you feel like suboxone, I was on suboxone then went to Butrans and the Butrans caused fast heartbeat , flushed face , severe stomach cramps , and i felt spacey all day and it was totally different. I liked suboxone , could function on it , unlike Butrans except Suboxone made my hair fall out.

WHAT IF YOU BEEN ON THEM FOR 13 YEARS NOW IM ON 1/4 A DAY WHEN I STOP WILL I BE SICK I WANT OFF THEM BAD 13 YEARS IS A LONG TIME PLZZZZ, ANSWER ME 🙏🙏🙏

Would my doctor get offended if I show him your video?

I’ve been on suboxome for a very long time now. Probably about ten years. And I think I may be starting to become allergic to it. Every time I take it now my insides become itchy and my stomach seems to swell up and hurt. It’s a dull sometimes intense pain. Any advice? It’s so hard to not take it. I really don’t know what to do. Im starting to get pretty concerned. I’ve had an endoscopy and they said Im fine and I just have a hiatal hernia. It’s been like this for about a year now. I also get heartburn from it and have to take 40mg omeperazole everyday.

Docusate Sodium is cheap and works well.

Wait a minute the doctor has me on a hydrocodone for 14 years 7.53 times a day and he put me on this medication you're talking about in the video because he took me off my tramadol but I'm still on hydrocodone so is this medication going to make it to where the hydrocodone doesn't work???

I have zero constipation because I'm on a carnavore diet. Meat, eggs, fish.

My pain Dr is trying to switch me over from 2mg Suboxone once a day.... to 75 micrograms Belbuca twice a day. Is that an equivalent dose?? I wanted to wait and do my research first before changing my medications.

say you cant take Morphine for some side effects or allergic to it.. Could Buprenorphine have the same side effects..?

Can Suboxone effect my blood pressure?

I'm quitting cold turkey because I have horrible nausea and I wasn't digesting any of my food and I would throw it all up solid like it was never digested... I quite cold turkey and I'm using Ativan for the worse anxiety symptoms. But the Ativan makes it feel like I'm not even withdrawing except my body hurts

Dear Respected Doctor B Addiction Recovery,I've been on this Medication as a substitute to my addiction for 2 and 1/2 years..Will it be harmful for me to continue for long years....???And my eyesight is also deteriorating to a great extent..Please help me🙏

I get chest pain, a tight painful feeling across my chest thst lasts for 10to30mi utes after the suboxone dissolves. Its very scary, ive stopped taking it but am still suffering from depression and addiction.