Let's take a minute to talk about your medication. 

This is buprenorphine and naloxone sublingual film. 'Sublingual' means 'under the tongue'. This medicine helps treat dependence to opioid medicines that are either legal or illegal. 

Buprenorphine and naloxone should be taken exactly as your doctor tells you to.  

When you are ready to take a dose, take a sip of water to wet your mouth. Then, open the pouch. Remove the dose from the pouch by holding the film on the outside edges. Next, place the film under your tongue, either to the left or right side near the base of the tongue. Lastly, close your mouth and let the film dissolve completely. That's it! 

This medicine can cause many side effects. These include feeling a little sleepy or dizzy. You should wait until you know how this medicine affects you before doing activities that require you to be alert, like driving. Other effects include irritation in your mouth, nausea, headache, and sweating.  Some people will have trouble sleeping or constipation. These effects are normal if they are mild and should go away. You should not suddenly stop taking this medicine, unless your doctor says it's okay. 

As with any medicine, rare but serious effects could occur. You should call your doctor right away if you notice unusual changes to your body, like problems breathing, talking, walking, problems with your vision, or thinking. You should read the Medication Guide for full information.

Serious drug interactions can also occur. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking other medicines, and do not drink alcohol. 

This medicine can be dangerous to others, so store it in a secure place. 

For best results with buprenorphine and naloxone, be sure to follow your doctor's orders for counseling and therapy.