Buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) is an opioid and therefore can cause some constipation like any other opioid. However, it is a “partial” opioid, and so it tends to cause less constipation than pure opioids like oxycodone, fentanyl, or heroin. There are medications that can be used to help relieve constipation, including laxatives like senna, Colace, and Miralax powder. Talk to your doctor if constipation is a side effect that you would like help with.
