Opioids
Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone)
Street names: Subs, Bupe, Strips, Oranges
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⚡What it does
- Stops withdrawal and cravings; 'ceiling effect' limits respiratory depression
⚠Key risks
- Dependence (milder than full opioids)
- Precipitates withdrawal if taken too soon after other opioids
✚Overdose signs
- Rare alone; sedation + respiratory depression when mixed with benzos/alcohol
📋Quick facts
Also known asSubs, Bupe, Strips, Oranges
CategoryOpioids
Schedule / classSchedule III (US)
AppearanceOrange sublingual films (2/0.5 mg, 8/2 mg) or hexagonal tablets
Street price~$10–$25 per 8 mg film (diverted)
Legal statusRx-only, Schedule III; felony without prescription (though widely used in treatment)
Last updated2026-09-12
Sources: SAMHSA, FDA, NIDA
Category comparison — Opioids
| Substance | Class | Top risks | Street price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) | Schedule III | Dependence (milder than full opioids); Precipitates withdrawal if taken too soon after other opioids | ~$10–$25 per 8 mg film |
| Subutex (buprenorphine) | Schedule III | Diverted for IV use; Overdose when injected with depressants | ~$10–$30 per 8 mg tablet |
| Methadone | Schedule II | Accumulates over days — overdose risk highest in first 2 weeks; Fatal mixing with benzos/alcohol | ~$10–$40 per 40 mg diskette |
Street prices are regional estimates. Potency and cuts vary constantly.
?Frequently asked questions
What does Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) look like?
Orange sublingual films (2/0.5 mg, 8/2 mg) or hexagonal tablets
What are the signs of a Suboxone (buprenorphine/naloxone) overdose?
Rare alone; sedation + respiratory depression when mixed with benzos/alcohol Call emergency services immediately and give naloxone if available — it reverses opioid overdoses.
How addictive is it?
Dependence (milder than full opioids) Dependence can develop with regular use.