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Round white pill with 8 on one side and an arrow on the other side. Is it Subutex 8 mg?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 23, 2024.

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This is Buprenorphine HCl sublingual tablets 8mg
White, round, biconvex uncoated tablets with "8" debossed on one side and a dart "→" debossed on the other side

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Subutex is a brand name for buprenorphine, and is taken as an oral/sublingual (under the tongue) tablet which is available in 2 strengths; 2 mg and 8 mg

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