12,452 reports of this reaction
6.7% of all BUPRENORPHINE reports
#2 most reported adverse reaction
DRUG DEPENDENCE is the #2 most commonly reported adverse reaction for BUPRENORPHINE, manufactured by Purdue Pharma LP. There are 12,452 FDA adverse event reports linking BUPRENORPHINE to DRUG DEPENDENCE. This represents approximately 6.7% of all 185,849 adverse event reports for this drug.
Patients taking BUPRENORPHINE who experience drug dependence 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 DEPENDENCE is moderately reported among BUPRENORPHINE users, representing a notable but not dominant share of adverse events.
In addition to drug dependence, the following adverse reactions have been reported for BUPRENORPHINE:
The following drugs have also been linked to drug dependence in FDA adverse event reports:
DRUG DEPENDENCE has been reported as an adverse event in 12,452 FDA reports for BUPRENORPHINE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.
DRUG DEPENDENCE accounts for approximately 6.7% of all adverse event reports for BUPRENORPHINE, making it one of the most commonly reported side effect.
If you experience drug dependence 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.