This refers to A prescription medication combining buprenorphine and naloxone, used to treat opioid dependence. Buprenorphine is a partial opioid agonist that reduces cravings and withdrawal symptoms without producing a strong euphoric effect, while naloxone is an opioid antagonist that blocks the effects of other opioids and helps prevent misuse. Approved by the FDA in 2002, Suboxone is effective for managing opioid withdrawal and supporting long-term recovery, though it can cause dependence if discontinued abruptly.
Sources: Gosnold; Recovery Research Institute