Buvidal

<p>Buvidal is a medicine used to treat dependence on opioid (narcotic) drugs such as heroin or morphine.</p><p>Buvidal is used in adults and adolescents aged over 16 years who are also receiving medical, social and psychological support.</p><p>Buvidal contains the active substance buprenorphine and is a ‘hybrid medicine’. This means that it is similar to a ‘reference medicine’ containing the same active substance, but Buvidal is given in a different way.</p><p>The reference medicine for Buvidal is Subutex. While Subutex is available as sublingual tablets (tablets to be placed under the tongue), Buvidal is available as a solution for injection under the skin.</p>