What Do Generic Suboxone Strips Look Like?

Suboxone is a medication approved by the FDA to help people manage opioid use disorder (OUD). Without insurance, this medication can get expensive, making this OUD treatment inaccessible for some. Thankfully, Suboxone is also available in generic form, significantly lowering the treatment cost. Knowing what generic Suboxone strips look like can help ensure that your medication is authentic. You should also be sure only to access Suboxone treatment from a qualified provider and obtain your prescription from a licensed pharmacy. This is crucial for your safety whether you use the brand name or generic Suboxone strips. 

If you have questions about accessing affordable Suboxone care, contact the professionals at Confidant Health's online Suboxone clinic. Our team will connect you with safe, effective Suboxone treatment that fits your budget. 

What Is Suboxone Used For?

Suboxone is used to help people manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings from opioid use disorder. Suboxone is available as strips or tablets that are dissolved under the tongue. The medication contains buprenorphine and naloxone in a 4 to 1 ratio. Most people are prescribed a once-daily or twice-daily dose of Suboxone that serves to alleviate withdrawal symptoms and cravings for 24 to 72 hours. 

What Does Suboxone Look Like vs. Generic Counterparts?

Brand name Suboxone strips are orange and rectangular. They come in four strengths, with each strip being imprinted with its strength in white letters. For example, the N2 strip is imprinted with N2 in white lettering.

N2 Strip

2 mg buprenorphine/ 0.5 mg naloxone 

N4 Strip

4 mg buprenorphine/ 1 mg naloxone 

N8 Strip

8 mg buprenorphine/ 2 mg naloxone 

N12 Strip

12 mg buprenorphine/ 3 mg naloxone 

Generic Suboxone strips look quite similar to their brand name counterparts. Like brand name Suboxone, generic Suboxone strips are orange and rectangular, with the exception of the 2 strip, which is square. The primary difference between brand name Suboxone and generic Suboxone strips is the name given to each, which is also reflected as an imprint on each strip.

2 Strip

A square, orange strip with 2 mg buprenorphine/ 0.5 mg naloxone and imprinted with 2

4 Strip

A rectangular orange strip with 4 mg buprenorphine/ 1 mg naloxone and imprinted with 4

8 Strip

A rectangular orange strip with 8 mg buprenorphine/ 2 mg naloxone and imprinted with 8

12 Strip

A rectangular orange strip with 12 mg buprenorphine/ 3 mg naloxone and imprinted with 12

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A2 Strip

A rectangular orange strip with 2 mg buprenorphine/ 0.5 mg naloxone and imprinted with A2

A4 Strip

A rectangular orange strip with 4 mg buprenorphine/ 1 mg naloxone and imprinted with A4

A8 Strip

A rectangular orange strip with 8 mg buprenorphine/ 2 mg naloxone and imprinted with A8

A12 Strip

A rectangular orange strip with 12 mg buprenorphine/ 3 mg naloxone and imprinted with A12

B2 N Strip

A rectangular orange strip with 2 mg buprenorphine/ 0.5 mg naloxone and imprinted with B2 N

B4 N Strip

A rectangular orange strip with 4 mg buprenorphine/ 1 mg naloxone and imprinted with B4 N

B8/N Strip

A rectangular orange strip with 8 mg buprenorphine/ 2 mg naloxone and imprinted with B8/N

B12/N Strip

A rectangular orange strip with 12 mg buprenorphine/ 3 mg naloxone and imprinted with B12/N

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How to Spot Fake Suboxone Strips

Knowing how to spot fake Suboxone strips can keep you safe from formulations that may not contain the proper ingredients or deliver them in the exact 4 to 1 ratio of buprenorphine to naloxone. Counterfeit Suboxone strips may also be laced with dangerous drugs that can endanger your health. Here are some tips for spotting fake Suboxone strips:

• Familiarize yourself with what your specific generic Suboxone prescription should look like.
• Make sure the imprint on your medication matches the exact Suboxone strength your provider prescribed.
• Pay attention to the color, shape, and size of your generic Suboxone strips.
• Take note of how deep the imprints are on your Suboxone strips. Counterfeits may not have as deep of an imprint.
• Check that the packaging is consistent with how it should look, such as the correct colors, spelling, and fonts. 

If you are unsure what your generic Suboxone strips should look like, you can always look online for an image on a reputable website or contact your provider. If you are certain your Suboxone strips are authentic, you can take a photo of the packaging and the strips to match them up each time you fill your prescription. 

Where to Get Suboxone Strips?

The only safe way to access Suboxone strips to treat opioid use disorder is by scheduling an appointment with a qualified provider. They can assess your condition and determine if Suboxone treatment is appropriate. From there, your provider can electronically send the prescription to your local pharmacy or a licensed online pharmacy. When you follow this protocol, you can feel confident that your generic Suboxone strips are authentic. However, it is wise to conduct a visual examination of your strips before using them. 

Find Safe Suboxone Treatment at Confidant Health

When you need reliable Suboxone care, you can put your trust in Confidant Health’s online Suboxone clinic. Our team can answer your questions about Suboxone treatment and even let you know how your Suboxone medication should look if you have concerns about your generic Suboxone strips. Reach out to us today for assistance. 

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