Skip to main content

Does Sublocade have naloxone in it?

Medically reviewed by Carmen Pope, BPharm. Last updated on March 4, 2025.

Official answer

by Drugs.com

Sublocade only contains buprenorphine. It DOES NOT have naloxone in it.

Sublocade is an extended-release injection that only needs to be given once-a-month and is quite different to other addiction treatments that also contain buprenorphine.

Sublocade may reduce the burden of taking daily medication for patients in recovery, as well as hinder diversion or abuse of oral buprenorphine.

References

Read next

How do I get free Narcan emergency kits?

There are several ways to get free Narcan (naloxone) emergency kits, which include, local syringe exchange programs, your insurance company, and state and local health departments or other community health services. Continue reading

How long does Narcan (naloxone) block opiates?

Naloxone blocks opioid receptors from 30 to 120 minutes, but this can be variable and depends upon the dose and how it is given. Some patients may need repeat doses of naloxone. Continue reading

What are the different types of buprenorphine/naloxone?

Buprenorphine and naloxone is a combination medicine used for the maintenance treatment of opioid dependence in adults. It is available in sublingual film and sublingual tablet dosage forms under the brand names Suboxone, Zubsolv, Bunavail (discontinued), and Cassipa (discontinued). Continue reading

Related medical questions

Drug information

Related support groups