Keep in Mind Belbuca Rxs Don't Need a Special "X" DEA Number
February 2016
The new Belbuca (bel-BYOO-kuh, buprenorphine) buccal film will join the Butrans patch as an option for treating chronic pain.
Ensure Belbuca is dispensed correctly when it's needed.
Expect patients who haven't been on an opioid to start with Belbuca 75 mcg once or twice daily...then titrate to BID dosing at higher doses as needed for pain relief.
Get concise, unbiased advice for effective drug therapy, plus CE/CME
Prescriber's Letter includes:
- 12 issues every year, with brief articles about new meds and guidelines
- 48+ CE courses, including the popular CE-in-the-Letter
- Quick reference drug comparison charts
- Access to the entire archive
Already a subscriber? Log in
Volume pricing available. Get a quote