buprenorphine

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

A semisynthetic narcotic analgesic that is administered in the form of its hydrochloride C₂₉H₄₁NO₄·HCl to control moderate to severe pain and treat opioid dependence.

/ˌbju.pɹəˈnɔɹˌfin/

buprenorphine buprenorphene buprenorphinum

Blend of (tert-)butyl + cyprenorphine.

suboxone Subutex

norbuprenorphine

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