Subutex User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• les...
• July 29, 2010

For Opioid Use Disorder "I've been on Suboxone/Subutex off and on for the past 4 years. I would definitely say that these medicines are helpful, as far as preventing withdrawal and decreasing cravings. (No more daily drug seeking-such a relief:). However, it's been my experience that you can find yourself in another inappropriate relationship with these drugs if you aren't careful and really committed to your goal in recovery. It is imperative that we have strong support systems (family, friends, meetings, therapists) along with this medication. I was pretty much on my own, increasing my dosage and landed back in detox. Just started treatment again, along with people that I'm accountable to, and things are good. Stay aware and you can do it!"

• Ron...
• June 1, 2020

For Chronic Pain "If you have had prior addictions to oxy, hydro, methadone, etc., like me and have a chronic pain problem, Subutex is the pain reliever of choice for me. No side effects except not being able to tolerate heat, and with the Klonopin I take for seizures, it gives it a little boost. Plus, my pain doctor said this combo is not dangerous like taking benzos with the common powerful opioids."

• BON...
• August 31, 2009

For Opioid Use Disorder "There's no such thing as a miracle cure for opiate addiction, however, when Subutex is taken as directed, withdrawal symptoms can be avoided completely and set you on your way to a drug-free lifestyle."

• Anonymous
• July 2, 2011

For Opioid Use Disorder "My son is on it. He needed it for the pain-relieving aspect as much as withdrawals from OxyContin, which his doctor cut him off of cold turkey. Lousy thing to do. He needs something for extreme pain. Had to find a certified doctor to get it. It works great."

• Mis...
• June 26, 2010

For Opioid Use Disorder "The first time I took this, it threw me into massive withdrawal, which was unbearable for about 24 hours because I still had opiates in my system. So I never went near it again for years. Now, I am taking 8 mg a day for the last 6 months. I will always put this medicine on a pedestal because if you want to change your lifestyle and be drug-free, this will definitely help you achieve your goal. SUBUTEX - I cannot sing its praises enough, and that's coming from someone who would not even consider it at one stage."

• cal...
• August 26, 2015

For Opioid Use Disorder "I have been on 12 mls of methadone for over a year, so I give Subutex a go. The first day I had 4 mg and felt okay, not great, but better than I expected. Day 2: 6 mg. I feel rough as hell, I want to cry all the time, and it feels like I'm crawling out of my skin. Day 3: still feel bad. Does anyone know how long this will last? My keyworker keeps saying I should not be worried, but I know how I feel bad."

• Anonymous
• November 3, 2011

For Opioid Use Disorder "Subutex has changed my life. It's improved the quality of my life and family. I am able to function on a daily basis and be the mother my two beautiful boys deserve. I had a reaction to the generic buprenorphine (GI, abdominal pain). I am very upset that you will no longer be making the brand name Subutex, as this has had a huge impact on the quality of my life. I'm hoping the other generic buprenorphine will work out for me."

• Ano...
• July 14, 2019

For Chronic Pain "I have an entrapped nerve. Used the 5 mcg patches for ages with no side effects. Then skin reaction. Then tried Fentanyl patches. I HATE feeling high. Weaned myself to 1/6 of a 12.5 mcg patch. Tried Butrans patch again because I liked it so much. Patches burned my skin even with Flonase. Taking 2 mg. Began five days ago. Day one, 2 tablets 12 hours apart. Day two, 1 tablet after 17 hours. Day three, 1 tablet after 18 hours. Day four, 1 tablet after 23 hours. For me, I need to stay really hydrated. In the first 2-3 hours after taking, I perspire profusely. I also have a ton of anxiety that subsides after about the 4th hour. Each day, I’ve gone longer between doses. I’m going to give it two weeks and see how I’m doing. I’ve had to use 1 or 2 mg of hydromorphone once a day in the first 10 hours for breakthrough pain. Once I get through the first part, I forget I’m taking it! Hope it continues to work. HATE feeling high."

• Anonymous
• November 11, 2009

For Opioid Use Disorder "This drug has done wonders for me to lead a normal life. Like some, I was treated with high-powered drugs, OxyContin, fentanyl, and all the others for back pain. None of the high, and most of the benefits for my back pain. Wonderful for coming off of other opiates with proper medical supervision."

• JJa...
• January 26, 2011

For Opioid Use Disorder "I started taking Subutex in 2008 after a ten-year battle with opioid addiction. Before that, I tried methadone, rehab, AA, NA, 'Marijuana Maintenance Program', white-knuckling it, and tapering on my own. Nothing I tried worked until I was at yet another bottom. My grandmother drove me to a doctor she knows, and I've been sober ever since. The point I would like to make is that the first year and a half I was clean but miserable. The thing that has changed is that I've gotten into a 12-step program with A.A., and now instead of just being clean and sober, I'm happy and recovering. Anyone who takes this route of getting their lives back together, therapy, and Rx works, but only for a while. When that doesn't work, try A.A. GOOD LUCK."

• Moa...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 6, 2021

For Opioid Use Disorder "I was on Subutex for 3 years because Suboxone gives me migraines. I was an IV heroin addict for 6 years before starting Subutex. In 3 years, I had zero cravings, got my life together, and had a beautiful son who experienced minimal withdrawal symptoms after being born. Subutex changed my life. The only negative side effects were a lack of sex drive and constipation. I weaned from 16 mg to 0.25 mg in about 5 months. I stopped taking Subutex 18 days ago. Withdrawal symptoms didn't start until day 7. Withdrawal was minimal after tapering so low. I am experiencing some depression now, but the cravings are nonexistent still. Subutex gave me the clean time I needed to stay clean after Subutex. I would recommend this medication to anyone trying to stop taking opioids or heroin. Many of my friends from addiction are now functional adults as well. Subutex and Suboxone are miracle medications."

• Mer...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 3, 2018

"Sübutex is, in my opinion, the best drug on the market for opioid addiction. In the past, I have been prescribed both Subutex and methadone to combat addiction, and found the withdrawal from Subutex far more manageable than that of methadone, a factor that a lot of people take into consideration when using meds of this sort. It (Subutex) is, however, open to abuse, whereas methadone isn't, the reason a lot of practitioners are wary of prescribing Subutex, and will prescribe Suboxone as an alternative. I've had no problems using 'subbys' and recommend them for anyone trying to kick an opioid addiction."

• Ant...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• January 11, 2023

For Opioid Use Disorder "I'm so pleased to read so many comments that Subutex has saved people's lives because since being found unconscious from a massive overdose in a gutter and according to the paramedics, 5-10 minutes from death (which took 12 hours on an antidote machine to regain consciousness), I too can testify that Subutex has saved my life. Obviously, your circumstances and support network are also vital, however, Subutex is a miracle! I only wish we could respond to each other on here and converse in a therapeutic and helpful way to those who may be in a dire situation with addiction and feel they have no way out. TRUST ME PLEASE, with SUBUTEX YOU DO!! Addicts fear withdrawals from methadone far, far more than even heroin, but Subutex is totally different, has minimal side effects, and you can stay on it for years without it degrading your health. Subutex has enabled me so that I do not have to spend all day, every day obsessing about my next score and have focus and regain a taste for life and living."

• gre...
• April 12, 2011

For Opioid Use Disorder "I've been on Subutex for 3 years. I take it for back pain resulting from a ruptured disc, 4 back surgeries, and then being diagnosed with degenerative disc disease. I also take it to avoid taking a boatload of opiates, which is what I was doing before. But I think this medicine has many more side effects than those listed. I have difficulty urinating, and my doctor agreed that it is a common complaint with Subutex and Suboxone. It dries my skin out, especially my hands. They look like sandpaper no matter what I do. The dermatologist has been stumped by this; nothing she suggests or prescribes helps, and she agrees that it is probably the Sub. Also, BIG problems with sensitive gums and dentures."

• Jma...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 17, 2020

For Opioid Use Disorder "I like that Subutex has taken my mind off getting high every day, but the only thing that sucks is I just had to go to the dentist for wisdom teeth and cannot get anything for pain, which sucks, but I got through it. Subutex does not help with pain for me, but at least it helps with cravings."

• Bup...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 25, 2023

For Pain "This is by far the best pain medicine I’ve been on for chronic pain. I have severe neck issues as well as lower back issues that I will have for the rest of my life. About five years ago, someone mentioned this drug to me and that it may help with pain even though its use is to help users to get off opiates. I wasn’t a drug user, however, I was able to get onto this drug by agreeing that I took more pain medicine than I should’ve at one point. I’ll never forget the day I went onto this drug. I walked out of the doctor's office with a pain level of two, which I hadn’t felt in years! I am so grateful that I have a life now where I can move around instead of being in pain all day long, as the opiates really weren’t working as well and nothing close to what I’m feeling now. I tell everyone I know of my Subutex journey. I’m glad I found this site so I can share it with you."

• ANT...
• July 19, 2009

For Opioid Use Disorder "I've used Subutex for 2 years for drug misuse. In this time, I have struggled with weight loss. I've tried eating differently to try to gain more weight. Now I have reduced myself to 2 ml of Subutex. Over this two-year period, I have found weight gaining. I have also noticed cold night sweats when in bed. I wake shivering and covered in cold sweats, the bed sheets have big damp patches on them. I have found them very good at keeping me drug-free."

• jmu...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• May 7, 2024

For Opiate Dependence - Maintenance "This medicine saved my life. I started on Suboxone, but I was only on it for about 2 months before I got pregnant, so the doctor switched me to this. "No, my baby didn't withdraw, APGAR score of 9 and I exclusively breastfed for 2 years." Currently, after 6 years, I'm on 8mg twice a day. I've been clean for 6 years! My doctor says I can be on it for the rest of my life possibly, but that's just fine. It's better than being a junkie and living on the street doing awful things for drugs. But if you don't want to be clean, this medicine won't work for you. You also need to do therapy and possibly mental health medications as well, this drug won't just solve your addiction problems but it makes it a LOT easier to get yourself together. The side effects are a lot less than with other opiates, and they really don't bother me at all at this point. Tip for people using this for pain, the less you use, the better pain relief you'll get. High doses are for maintenance."

• Bre...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 16, 2023

For Opiate Dependence - Maintenance "Subutex, which has been discontinued, but the generic equivalent, buprenorphine HCl, has saved my life! Suboxone wasn't for me. They started me on the Suboxone film, 8 mg, but it gave me terrible migraines. I switched to buprenorphine HCl, and all has been great! I was addicted to pain pills, coke, fentanyl patches, the works. But I got pregnant and decided I needed help. I actually got clean on my own at first while pregnant, but after she was born I relapsed. It was horrible. I was chewing on 100 mcg fentanyl patches. My tolerance was through the roof. I'm lucky to be alive. But ever since getting on Subutex, my life has completely changed. I stay home and raise my daughter. I'm not in the streets looking for my next fix. I'm not stealing, lying, scamming, etc. I am at home, doing really well. Actually, it's the first time in my life I've ever been truly happy. After 4 years in prison and over 15 years of active addiction, I decided to give Subutex a go. Clean going on 5 years now."

• den...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 28, 2019

For Opioid Use Disorder "I have swapped from 30 mL of methadone to Subutex. I waited 30 hours and took the first dose. Although I haven't had bad withdrawals, I haven't been able to sleep for the last 4 days. I even relapsed and bought a 10 bag of this just to get to sleep. Back on a 12 mg dose of Subutex, so I really hope I stabilize and feel normal soon. I can't handle not sleeping."

• jal...
• February 20, 2010

For Opioid Use Disorder "I have only just started using Suboxone/Subutex, and I have to say it works great for the cravings and the withdrawals. The only reason why I did not give it a 10 is because of the side effects. I had many side effects on the Suboxone, so my doctor moved me to the Subutex. The side effects have gone down except two. I have a problem falling asleep. I constantly pass out whenever I'm not focused on doing something. I'm standing in a company meeting, passing out and almost falling over, and driving is a challenge in its own. Secondly, it's causing stiffness in my muscles whenever I'm not moving for long periods of time. When I wake up at night or in the morning, I can't hardly move to roll over or get up. Other than these problems, it is great!"

• Jil...
• May 8, 2011

For Opioid Use Disorder "Several years ago, I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease, and long story short, I got hooked on painkillers. Anyway, I decided that I hated being dependent on the pills, mainly was just on Vicodin. I've been on Subutex for a few years now and have little to no side effects other than I get hot very fast. I want to add something important. I used to take maybe 3-4 Vicodins 3 times a day. Sometimes a little bit more (like 1 or 2). I was so desperate for relief because I was in withdrawal and was told about Suboxone."

• Ang...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• April 19, 2021

For Opioid Use Disorder "I had a 10-year addiction to Vicodin. I have been on Subutex for 6 years now without relapsing once. I almost lost everything in my life before Subutex. I have been back to normal life for 7 years, working, have my own place, a better mom, because I'm not on that constant hunt for opioids. I take my med faithfully every day."

• car...
• September 20, 2010

For Opioid Use Disorder "I've been on Suboxone since November 2009, it was the best thing that has ever happened to me. My boyfriend and I became addicted to painkillers together. I had only been taking them for about a year and a half, but my tolerance went through the roof. Last summer, I was taking about 20 pills a day, and I had enough, so I took myself to rehab, and I have been on Suboxone since. I couldn't believe this happened to me, but it can happen to anyone! Just recently, I found out I am pregnant and am very excited. I had the option of detoxing off of Suboxone or switching to Subutex. I wasn't sure, so my primary doctor told me Subutex. So, I chose Subutex, but I cannot stand the taste of it, and being sick every day due to the pregnancy makes it even worse to dissolve."

• lil...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 26, 2016

For Opioid Use Disorder "I was addicted to heroin for 9 years. A year ago, I decided I had enough, so I started off with methadone. Slowly, I reduced it to 15 ml daily and then started Subutex. 6 mg failed. After only 4 months, I tapered down to 0.4. That is when they decided I was ready to stop, and I happily agreed because according to my doc, such small doses wouldn't affect me. The first day after taking the last tablet, I was okay. But the next day, I started feeling awful. I went back and explained that I had withdrawal symptoms. They told me I could go back on script but have to wait 10 days to see a doc (ridiculous). So, back on heroin to keep me going till then. Of course, I'm only smoking a really small amount. Worried though after 10 days I'll need methadone again. Does anyone know if I can go straight back on Subutex?"