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Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's is primarily used to treat pain. It contains 'Buprenorphine', an opioid partial agonist-antagonist. It works by blocking a chemical messenger in the brain that is responsible for causing pain. This provides pain relief by acting on specific receptors in the brain. Common side effects of Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's are drowsiness, dry mouth, vomiting, blurred vision, constipation, application site reactions, dizziness, or tiredness.

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Written By Dr. Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta , PharmD (PB)
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

BUPRENORPHINE-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Redvaxin (I) Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Topical

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's

Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's is a prescription transdermal patch used to manage severe, persistent pain that requires continuous, around-the-clock treatment for an extended period. It is generally prescribed when other pain medicines are ineffective, not tolerated, or unsuitable. By delivering medicine steadily through the skin, it provides continuous pain relief throughout the prescribed wear period.

To achieve the best results, apply Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's exactly as directed by your doctor and replace the patch according to your prescribed schedule. Apply it only to clean, dry, intact, hairless skin. Because the medicine is absorbed through your skin, food does not affect its action. Staying physically active within your doctor's recommendations and maintaining adequate hydration may help improve overall pain control.

While using this medicine, you may experience mild side effects such as redness at the application site, constipation, nausea, sleepiness, or dizziness. These are often temporary. However, seek immediate medical attention if you develop slow or difficult breathing, extreme drowsiness, inability to wake up, or signs of a severe allergic reaction.

Do not use this medicine if you have severe breathing problems, paralytic ileus (intestinal blockage), or a known allergy to the medicine or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor before starting treatment if you have asthma, COPD, liver disease, head injury, seizures, heart rhythm disorders, or a history of substance misuse.

This medicine can interact with alcohol, sedatives, sleeping tablets, other opioid medicines, and certain antidepressants, increasing the risk of serious side effects. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, an older adult, or have other chronic medical conditions, discuss the risks and benefits with your healthcare provider before using this patch.
 

Uses of Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's

Your doctor may prescribe Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's to treat the following condition:

  • Severe chronic pain: Provides continuous, long-term pain relief for persistent pain requiring around-the-clock opioid treatment.
     

Key Benefits

Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's provides continuous pain control by releasing medicine slowly through the skin over several days.

  • Provides long-lasting pain relief: Delivers a steady amount of medicine to help control persistent pain throughout the prescribed wear period.
  • Reduces pain fluctuations: Helps minimise breakthrough pain that may occur as oral pain medicines wear off.
  • Improves daily comfort: Better pain control can make sleeping, walking, and performing everyday activities easier.
  • Convenient dosing: The transdermal patch reduces the need for multiple daily doses of pain medicine.
  • Supports long-term pain management: Provides continuous symptom control as part of an overall pain management plan.
     

Directions for Use

  • Follow the timing and schedule given by your doctor.
  • Apply the patch to clean, dry, and hairless skin on the upper torso or upper arm. Press the patch firmly in place and ensure it sticks well.
  • Wash your hands after applying the patch to avoid accidental contact with your eyes or mucous membranes.
  • Do not cut, crush, or break the patch.
  • Avoid applying the patch to broken, irritated, or oily skin.
  • Change the patch as instructed, and avoid wearing more than one patch at a time unless directed by your doctor.

How Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's Works

Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's contains buprenorphine which is an opioid analgesic delivered through a transdermal patch. After the patch is applied to your skin, the medicine is slowly absorbed into your bloodstream over several days. It works by binding to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord. This reduces the transmission of pain signals and changes how your brain perceives pain, providing continuous relief for persistent moderate to severe pain.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Consuming alcohol or other illicit drugs during treatment with Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's increases your chances of experiencing these significant, life-threatening adverse effects. Throughout your therapy, do not consume alcohol, use alcohol-containing prescription or nonprescription medicines, or use street drugs.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor. If you use Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's often throughout your pregnancy, your baby may suffer from potentially fatal withdrawal symptoms after birth. If your infant exhibits any of the following symptoms, contact your doctor straight away: irritability, hyperactivity, disturbed sleep, high-pitched scream, excessive shaking of a portion of the body, vomiting, diarrhoea, or failure to gain weight.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

If you are nursing, you should avoid using Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's. Buprenorphine passes into breast milk in small amounts and might cause respiratory issues in your infant. Talk with your doctor; they may prescribe a different pain reliever.

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Driving

Unsafe

Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's may cause dizziness, blurred vision or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy, dizzy or experience any vision problems after using Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's.

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Liver

Caution

If you have a pre-existing or a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before using Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have a pre-existing or a history of kidney disease, inform your doctor before using Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's.

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Children

Unsafe

Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's is not recommended for children below 18 years of age as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

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Heart

Caution

Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's should be used with caution in individuals with heart disease and only under medical supervision. If you have any cardiac conditions, please consult your doctor before using this medication.

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Geriatrics

Safe if prescribed

Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's is generally considered safe for use in geriatric patients; however, significant precautions should be taken due to age-related sensitivities.

What if I have taken an overdose of Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's

If too many patches are applied or someone accidentally swallows or applies a patch, remove the patch immediately and seek emergency medical attention. Symptoms of overdose include extreme sleepiness, pinpoint pupils, slow breathing, inability to wake up, or loss of consciousness.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Prevent constipation: Drink plenty of fluids, eat fibre-rich foods such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and remain physically active if your doctor advises it.
  • Avoid heat exposure: Do not use heating pads, electric blankets, hot tubs, saunas, or prolonged hot baths over or near the patch, as heat can increase medicine absorption.
  • Stay active safely: Gentle exercise or physical therapy, as recommended by your healthcare provider, may help improve mobility and chronic pain management.
  • Avoid alcohol: Drinking alcohol while using Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's can greatly increase the risk of dangerous drowsiness and breathing problems.
     
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's to start to work: The exact onset time of Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's has not been clinically established. The time for which the effects of Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's last: The peak effect of Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's lasts for 7 days after administration.

What if you forget to take Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's

If you forget to replace your patch, apply a new one as soon as you remember and continue according to your doctor's instructions. Do not apply extra patches to make up for a missed dose.

Storage

• Store Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's in its original sealed pouch at room temperature according to the manufacturer's instructions. Protect the patches from excessive heat, moisture, and direct sunlight. Do not freeze.

Drug Warnings

  • Inspect the pouch: Do not use the patch if the protective pouch is damaged or already opened.
  • Rotate application sites: Apply each new patch to a different skin area and avoid reusing the same site for several weeks.
  • Never cut the patch: Cutting or damaging the patch may release the medicine too quickly and increase the risk of overdose.
  • Check the patch regularly: Make sure the patch remains firmly attached, especially after bathing or showering.
  • Keep patches away from children: Even used patches may contain enough medicine to cause serious or fatal poisoning if accidentally handled or swallowed.
     

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Sedatives, sleeping tablets, benzodiazepines, and opioid pain medicines: May greatly increase the risk of severe drowsiness, respiratory depression, coma, and death.

  • Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) and certain antidepressants: May increase the risk of serious adverse effects, including excessive sedation or serotonin syndrome with susceptible opioids.
  • Medicines that affect CYP3A4 enzymes (where applicable, e.g., fentanyl or buprenorphine): May increase or decrease opioid levels, affecting safety and pain control.
     

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  • Alcohol: Avoid alcohol completely, as it significantly increases the risk of excessive sedation, breathing difficulties, and overdose.
  • Grapefruit or grapefruit juice (where applicable): May increase blood levels of certain opioid patches (such as fentanyl or buprenorphine), increasing the risk of side effects.
     

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Habit Forming

Yes

Therapeutic Class

[OPIOID ANTAGONISTS]

FAQs

Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's is used to treat Pain.
Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's consists of Buprenorphine is an opioid partial agonist. It provides pain relief by acting on specific receptors in the brain that change how your body feels and responds to pain.
No, you are not recommended to take Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's with antidepressants (medicines used to treat depression), and antipsychotics (medicines used to treat bipolar disorder and psychosis) as co-administration of these medicines with Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's may cause life-threatening respiratory depression and death have occurred. However, please consult a doctor before taking Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's with other medicines.
Yes, Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's may cause withdrawal symptoms such as sweating, feeling hot and cold, runny eyes and nose, feeling or being sick, diarrhoea, stomach cramps, poor sleep, and just feeling awful. Therefore, if you experience any difficulty while using Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's, do not stop using it suddenly and consult your doctor so that the dose may be reduced gradually to avoid withdrawal symptoms.
Yes, Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's may cause addiction, especially if taken for a prolonged time. Therefore, Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's should be given only for a short duration under strict medical supervision, particularly to patients susceptible to drug abuse. Take Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's only as advised by a doctor, as overuse or misuse of Buptrans 10 mcg/hr Transdermal Patch 1's can lead to overdose or death.
Because the patch releases medication slowly through the skin, it can take 24 to 72 hours for you to feel the full pain-relieving effects after applying your first patch. Talk to your doctor if your pain is not well controlled during this initial period.
Yes, you can shower, bathe, or swim while wearing the patch. However, avoid exposing the patch to hot water, steam, or hot tubs, as excessive heat can cause too much medication to be absorbed into your body. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have concerns about patch adhesion.
If a patch falls off before it is time to change it, apply a new patch to a different, clean skin site. Do not reuse the fallen patch. Contact your doctor or pharmacist to let them know and to clarify your new patch-changing schedule.
No, you must never cut, slice, or damage the patch. Damaging the patch destroys its slow-release system, which can cause a rapid and potentially life-threatening release of the medication into your body. Talk to your doctor if you think your dose needs to be adjusted.
No, drinking alcohol while using this medicine is highly dangerous. Alcohol increases the risk of severe side effects, such as extreme drowsiness, dangerously slow or shallow breathing, coma, and even death. Talk to your doctor if you have questions about this.
Used patches still contain active medicine. Fold the used patch in half with the sticky side facing inward, and dispose of it safely out of reach of children and pets, or flush it down the toilet if local regulations permit. Talk to your pharmacist about the safest disposal methods in your area.
No, you should never apply heating pads, hot water bottles, or other direct heat sources directly over or near the patch. Heat increases skin blood flow, which can cause the medication to enter your bloodstream too quickly, leading to a dangerous overdose. Talk to your doctor if you need advice on managing localised pain.
Yes, regular use of this medication can lead to physical dependence. Do not stop using the patch suddenly without consulting your healthcare provider, as this can cause uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms. Your doctor will help you by gradually decreasing the dose when it is time to stop treatment.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

SU-21, DDA Building, Madam Bhika Cama Place Bhawan,11 Bhikaji Cama Place,New Delhi,New Delhi,Delhi,110066-India
Other Info - BUP0071
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