Buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) is available as a tablet or film and dissolves under the tongue (sublingually). To take Suboxone effectively, remember the “Rule of 15”- do NOT smoke, eat or drink for 15 minutes before taking Buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone); let it dissolve under your tongue for at least 15 minutes; and, do not smoke, eat or drink for 15 minutes after taking Buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone). Also, while Buprenorphine/naloxone (Suboxone) dissolves under your tongue, try to refrain from talking to maximize its absorption.
