Yes, headaches are one of the most commonly reported side effects of buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) treatment.
Buprenorphine (one of the components of Suboxone) has headaches as a known side effect. Therefore, not all headache pain experienced by patients taking Suboxone is necessarily attributed to withdrawal symptoms.
Other reasons that patients taking Suboxone may experience a headache include:
Before taking any additional medications with your Suboxone, you should always consult your Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT) provider. Certain medicines can interact with your Suboxone and cause serious harm if taken together.
Typically, medications like acetaminophen, ibuprofen, and naproxen are generally considered safe to treat pain while taking Suboxone. However, every person’s body and health are different, so you should always consult your provider first.
Other non-medication related interventions include:
If you are experiencing overly bothersome headaches from taking Suboxone, follow up with your MAT provider to discuss further.
Call 911 or seek emergency medical care if you experience any severe side-effects such as:
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