Suboxone (buprenorphine and naloxone) tips from pharmacists

• Place the Suboxone sublingual film under your tongue and allow it to dissolve. Swallowing the film reduces its effectiveness. Do not talk or eat or drink anything until the film(s) have dissolved completely. 

• If you are using two Suboxone films, place them on either side of the mouth under the tongue. If you use more than two films, wait until the first two films have dissolved completely before placing more medicine under the tongue.

• Suboxone works best when used as part of a comprehensive addiction treatment plan, including psychotherapy, counseling, and other measures for substance abuse rehab.