3,622 reports of this reaction
1.9% of all BUPRENORPHINE reports
#10 most reported adverse reaction
DRUG ABUSE is the #10 most commonly reported adverse reaction for BUPRENORPHINE, manufactured by Purdue Pharma LP. There are 3,622 FDA adverse event reports linking BUPRENORPHINE to DRUG ABUSE. This represents approximately 1.9% of all 185,849 adverse event reports for this drug.
Patients taking BUPRENORPHINE who experience drug abuse should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.
DRUG ABUSE is a less commonly reported adverse event for BUPRENORPHINE, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.
In addition to drug abuse, the following adverse reactions have been reported for BUPRENORPHINE:
The following drugs have also been linked to drug abuse in FDA adverse event reports:
DRUG ABUSE has been reported as an adverse event in 3,622 FDA reports for BUPRENORPHINE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.
DRUG ABUSE accounts for approximately 1.9% of all adverse event reports for BUPRENORPHINE, making it a notable side effect.
If you experience drug abuse while taking BUPRENORPHINE, contact your healthcare provider. They can evaluate whether the symptom is related to your medication and discuss potential adjustments to your treatment plan. Do not stop taking prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.