What is subnaxone?

Subnaxone is a brand name for a medication combination that typically contains buprenorphine and naloxone. It is used to treat opioid dependency, helping to reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings while preventing misuse. Buprenorphine is a partial opioid agonist that alleviates withdrawal, while naloxone acts as an opioid antagonist to block the effects of opioids if misused. This combination helps support recovery in individuals struggling with opioid addiction.